What is the cheapest way to get from Cardwell to Bowen?

The cheapest way to get from Cardwell to Bowen is to bus which costs $50 - $130 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardwell to Bowen?

The fastest way to get from Cardwell to Bowen is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Cardwell and Bowen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardwell Brasenose Street and arriving at Bowen. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Cardwell to Bowen?

The distance between Cardwell and Bowen is 371 km. The road distance is 364 km.

How do I travel from Cardwell to Bowen without a car?

The best way to get from Cardwell to Bowen without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $50 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Cardwell to Bowen?

The bus from Cardwell Brasenose Street to Bowen takes 4h 45m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Cardwell to Bowen bus from?

Cardwell to Bowen bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cardwell Brasenose Street station.

Train or bus from Cardwell to Bowen?

The best way to get from Cardwell to Bowen is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $50 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $1,400 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Cardwell to Bowen bus arrive?

Cardwell to Bowen bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Bowen station.

Can I drive from Cardwell to Bowen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardwell to Bowen is 364 km. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Cardwell to Bowen.

Where can I stay near Bowen?

There are 28+ hotels available in Bowen.

Cardwell to Bowen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardwell to Bowen by bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cardwell Brasenose Street to BowenPm19
4h 45m
$50–130
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardwell to BowenSpirit of Queensland
5h 16m
$36–1,327
Drive 364 km
1. Drive from Cardwell to Bowen364 km
4h 21m
$69–100

Cardwell to Bowen by bus

14Weekly Buses

4h 45mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardwell to Bowen.

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Distance: 371.1 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Cardwell, QLD, Australia and Bowen, QLD, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Cardwell Brasenose Street to Bowen once daily. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 4h 45m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cardwell to Bowen 4 times a week. Tickets cost $18–1,306 and the journey takes 5h 11m.

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