What is the cheapest way to get from Cooktown to Geelong?

The cheapest way to get from Cooktown to Geelong is to bus and fly and shuttle which costs $240 - $550 and takes 11h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cooktown to Geelong?

The fastest way to get from Cooktown to Geelong is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 38m and costs $260 - $850.

How far is it from Cooktown to Geelong?

The distance between Cooktown and Geelong is 2567 km. The road distance is 3095.4 km.

How do I travel from Cooktown to Geelong without a car?

The best way to get from Cooktown to Geelong without a car is to bus and train via Sydney which takes 2 days 11h and costs $300 - $7,500.

How long does it take to get from Cooktown to Geelong?

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Cooktown to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cooktown to Geelong bus from?

Cooktown to Geelong bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Cooktown station.

Where does the Cooktown to Geelong bus arrive?

Cooktown to Geelong bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cairns station.

What is the time difference between Cooktown and Geelong?

Geelong is 1h ahead of Cooktown. It is currently 10:25 AM in Cooktown and 11:25 AM in Geelong.

Can I drive from Cooktown to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Cooktown to Geelong is 3095 km. It takes approximately 36h 54m to drive from Cooktown to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 861+ hotels available in Geelong.

Cooktown to Geelong - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Cooktown and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from Cooktown to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Cooktown and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Cairns Central Station, Brisbane, Central Station and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 18h.

There are 8 ways to get from Cooktown to Geelong by plane, shuttle, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly Cooktown Airport to Melbourne Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)CTN - MEL
2. Take a shuttle bus from Melbourne Airport to Geelong station
6h 38m
$263–803
Bus to Cairns, fly to Melbourne Airport, shuttle
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cooktown to Smithfield
2. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)CNS - MEL
3. Take a shuttle bus from Melbourne Airport to Geelong station
11h 53m
$241–539
Bus, train via Sydney
1. Take the bus from Cooktown to Cairns
2. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Roma Street
3. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Station32
4. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Cross623 / ...
5. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Station
2d 11h
$301–7,113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cooktown to Cairns
2. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane Roma Street
3. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Station
4. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal
5. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway Tce
2d 18h
$530–1,048
Drive 3,095.4 km
1. Drive from Cooktown to Geelong3,095.4 km
36h 54m
$606–875
Fly Cooktown Airport to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Avalon Airport (AVV)CTN - AVV
2. Take the train from Wyndham Vale Station to Geelong Station
10h 12m
$364–1,197
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cooktown to Cairns
2. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Roma Street
3. Take the train from Brisbane to Southern Cross
4. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Station
3d 12h
$3,467–11,114
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Cooktown to Cairns
2. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane Roma Street
3. Take the train from Brisbane to Southern Cross
4. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Station
3d 16h
$3,601–4,933

Cooktown to Geelong by bus and train

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2d 11hAverage Duration

$301Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,566.5 km
Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Cooktown, QLD, Australia and Geelong, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Cooktown to Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Cairns Central Station, Brisbane Roma Street, Brisbane, Central Station, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 2d 18h.

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