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

The cheapest way to get from Cardwell to Mareeba is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardwell to Mareeba is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardwell and Mareeba?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardwell to Mareeba. However, there are services departing from Cardwell and arriving at Mareeba via Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Cardwell to Mareeba?

The distance between Cardwell and Mareeba is 276 km. The road distance is 220.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardwell to Mareeba without a car is to bus via Cairns which takes 5h 24m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Cardwell to Mareeba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardwell to Mareeba bus from?

Cardwell to Mareeba bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Cardwell station.

Where does the Cardwell to Mareeba bus arrive?

Cardwell to Mareeba bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Cairns station.

Can I drive from Cardwell to Mareeba?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardwell to Mareeba is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Cardwell to Mareeba.

Where can I stay near Mareeba?

There are eight+ hotels available in Mareeba.

Cardwell to Mareeba - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardwell to Mareeba by bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Cairns
best
1. Take the bus from Cardwell to CairnsCairns
2. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to MareebaCairns
5h 24m
$65–105
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardwell to Cairns Central StationSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to MareebaCairns
5h 51m
$33–702
Drive 220.3 km
1. Drive from Cardwell to Mareeba220.3 km
2h 44m
$44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardwell Brasenose Street to Cairns Central StationPm16
2. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to MareebaCairns
5h 25m
$59–84

Cardwell to Mareeba by bus and foot

25Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 276.4 km
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Cardwell to Mareeba via Cairns and Cairns Central Station in around 5h 24m.

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