What is the cheapest way to get from Daintree River to Cooktown?

The cheapest way to get from Daintree River to Cooktown is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Daintree River to Cooktown?

The fastest way to get from Daintree River to Cooktown is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $27 - $40.

How far is it from Daintree River to Cooktown?

The distance between Daintree River and Cooktown is 141 km. The road distance is 138 km.

How do I travel from Daintree River to Cooktown without a car?

The best way to get from Daintree River to Cooktown without a car is to bus which takes 2h 57m and costs $75 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Daintree River to Cooktown?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Daintree River to Cooktown, including transfers.

Can I drive from Daintree River to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Daintree River to Cooktown is 138 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Daintree River to Cooktown.

Where can I stay near Cooktown?

There are 27+ hotels available in Cooktown.

Daintree River to Cooktown - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Daintree River to Cooktown by bus, taxi, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Daintree Crocodylus to CooktownCairns
2h 57m
$79–107
Drive 138 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Daintree River to Cooktown138 km
2h 54m
$27–39
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Daintree River to Ayton
2. Take the bus from Ayton to CooktownCairns
2h 56m
$323–389

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 140.6 km
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Daintree River, QLD, Australia and Cooktown, QLD, Australia?

Trans North Bus & Coach operates a bus from Daintree Crocodylus to Cooktown 3 times a week. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 2h 38m.

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