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

The cheapest way to get from Hughenden to Cooktown is to drive which costs $150 - $230 and takes 10h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hughenden to Cooktown is to drive which takes 10h 33m and costs $150 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Hughenden and Cooktown?

No, there is no direct bus from Hughenden to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Hughenden and arriving at Cooktown via Townsville and Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 30m.

How far is it from Hughenden to Cooktown?

The distance between Hughenden and Cooktown is 1094 km. The road distance is 822 km.

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

The best way to get from Hughenden to Cooktown without a car is to bus which takes 17h 30m and costs $180 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 17h 30m to get from Hughenden to Cooktown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hughenden to Cooktown bus from?

Hughenden to Cooktown bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Hughenden station.

Bus or fly from Hughenden to Cooktown?

The best way to get from Hughenden to Cooktown is to bus which takes 17h 30m and costs $180 - $320. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $350 - $850 and takes 16h 48m.

Where does the Hughenden to Cooktown bus arrive?

Hughenden to Cooktown bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Hughenden to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Hughenden to Cooktown is 822 km. It takes approximately 10h 33m to drive from Hughenden to Cooktown.

Where can I stay near Cooktown?

There are 27+ hotels available in Cooktown.

Hughenden to Cooktown - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Hughenden to Cooktown by bus (Greyhound), train, bus, car, or plane

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 Hughenden to Townsville
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Cairns Central Station
3. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
17h 30m
$184–312
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hughenden station to Townsville station
2. Take the train from Townsville to Cairns Central Station
3. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
20h 40m
$108–2,863
Drive 822 km
1. Drive from Hughenden to Cooktown822 km
10h 33m
$158–228
Fly
1. Fly from Hughenden Airport (HGD) to Cooktown Airport (CTN)HGD - CTN
16h 48m
$356–834

Hughenden to Cooktown by bus

3Weekly Buses

17h 30mAverage Duration

$184Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,094 km
Duration: 17h 30m

What companies run services between Hughenden, QLD, Australia and Cooktown, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Hughenden to Cooktown via Townsville and Cairns in around 17h 30m. Alternatively, Regional Express, Hinterland Aviation, and Qantas fly from Hughenden Airport (HGD) to Cooktown Airport (CTN) 4 times a week.

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