What is the cheapest way to get from Cardwell to Shute Harbour?

The cheapest way to get from Cardwell to Shute Harbour is to bus which costs $60 - $150 and takes 7h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardwell to Shute Harbour?

The fastest way to get from Cardwell to Shute Harbour is to drive which takes 5h 23m and costs $85 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardwell and Shute Harbour?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardwell to Shute Harbour. However, there are services departing from Cardwell Brasenose Street and arriving at Shute Harbour Rd near Whitsunday Dr hail 'n' ride via Coconut Grove at Airlie Esplanade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Cardwell to Shute Harbour?

The distance between Cardwell and Shute Harbour is 461 km. The road distance is 446.8 km.

How do I travel from Cardwell to Shute Harbour without a car?

The best way to get from Cardwell to Shute Harbour without a car is to bus which takes 7h 28m and costs $60 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Cardwell to Shute Harbour?

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Cardwell to Shute Harbour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardwell to Shute Harbour bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardwell to Shute Harbour?

The best way to get from Cardwell to Shute Harbour is to bus which takes 7h 28m and costs $60 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22 - $1,600 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Cardwell to Shute Harbour bus arrive?

Cardwell to Shute Harbour bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Airlie Beach station.

Can I drive from Cardwell to Shute Harbour?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardwell to Shute Harbour is 447 km. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Cardwell to Shute Harbour.

Where can I stay near Shute Harbour?

There are 528+ hotels available in Shute Harbour.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cardwell Brasenose Street to Airlie BeachPm19
7h 28m
$62–149
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardwell to ProserpineSpirit of Queensland
7h 48m
$23–1,533
Drive 446.8 km
1. Drive from Cardwell to Shute Harbour446.8 km
5h 23m
$88–127
Bus via Bowen (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Cardwell to BowenBrisbane
2. Take the bus from Bowen to Airlie BeachBrisbane
8h 14m
$82–158

Cardwell to Shute Harbour by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

7h 28mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 461.1 km
Duration: 7h 28m

What companies run services between Cardwell, QLD, Australia and Shute Harbour, QLD, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Cardwell Brasenose Street to Airlie Beach once daily. Tickets cost $60–90 and the journey takes 6h 40m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cardwell to Proserpine 4 times a week. Tickets cost $21–1,533 and the journey takes 5h 52m.

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