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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Cooktown is to shuttle and fly and bus which costs $230 - $550 and takes 12h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Cooktown is to shuttle and fly which takes 7h 13m and costs $240 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Cooktown?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Cooktown via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Brisbane Roma Street and Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 16h.

How far is it from Geelong to Cooktown?

The distance between Geelong and Cooktown is 2547 km. The road distance is 3095.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Cooktown without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 11h and costs $290 - $7,500.

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

It takes approximately 9h 47m to get from Geelong to Cooktown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Cooktown bus from?

Geelong to Cooktown bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Bus or fly from Geelong to Cooktown?

The best way to get from Geelong to Cooktown is to fly which takes 9h 47m and costs $340 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 16h.

Where does the Geelong to Cooktown bus arrive?

Geelong to Cooktown bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

What is the time difference between Geelong and Cooktown?

Cooktown is 1h behind Geelong. It is currently 10:08 PM in Geelong and 9:08 PM in Cooktown.

Can I drive from Geelong to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Cooktown is 3096 km. It takes approximately 37h 1m to drive from Geelong to Cooktown.

Where can I stay near Cooktown?

There are 27+ hotels available in Cooktown.

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

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

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

Fly Avalon Airport to Cooktown Airport
best
1. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Cooktown Airport (CTN)AVV - CTN
9h 47m
$349–1,123
Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Cairns, bus
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)MEL - CNS
3. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
12h 20m
$239–509
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Strathfield Station622 / ...
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Roma Street Station31
4. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Station
5. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
2d 11h
$292–7,119
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Station
5. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
2d 16h
Drive 3,095.7 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Cooktown3,095.7 km
37h 1m
$600–867
Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Cooktown Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cooktown Airport (CTN)MEL - CTN
7h 13m
$249–804
Fly Avalon Airport to Cairns, bus
1. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Cairns (CNS)AVV - CNS
2. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
12h 59m
$319–1,018
Train, bus via Seymour
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Seymour
3. Take the bus from Seymour to Central Station
4. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane Roma Street
5. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Station
6. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
2d 21h
$607–817

Geelong to Cooktown by train and bus

4Weekly Services

2d 11hAverage Duration

$292Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 2,547.3 km
Duration: 9h 47m

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

Jetstar, Hinterland Aviation, and Qantas fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Cooktown Airport (CTN) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Cooktown via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Brisbane, Brisbane Roma Street, and Cairns in around 2d 16h.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.