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

The cheapest way to get from Ingham to Cooktown is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ingham to Cooktown is to drive which takes 6h 22m and costs $100 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Ingham and Cooktown?

No, there is no direct bus from Ingham to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Ingham and arriving at Cooktown via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

How far is it from Ingham to Cooktown?

The distance between Ingham and Cooktown is 595 km. The road distance is 536.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ingham to Cooktown without a car is to bus via Cairns which takes 10h 4m and costs $110 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 10h 4m to get from Ingham to Cooktown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ingham to Cooktown bus from?

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

Where does the Ingham to Cooktown bus arrive?

Ingham to Cooktown bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Cairns station.

Can I drive from Ingham to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Ingham to Cooktown is 537 km. It takes approximately 6h 22m to drive from Ingham to Cooktown.

Where can I stay near Cooktown?

There are 27+ hotels available in Cooktown.

Ingham to Cooktown - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, shuttle, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Ingham to Cooktown by bus (Greyhound), car, train, shuttle, plane, or bus

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

Bus via Cairns
best
1. Take the bus from Ingham to CairnsCairns
2. Take the bus from Cairns to CooktownCairns
10h 4m
$118–197
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ingham to Cairns Central StationSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the bus from Cairns to CooktownCairns
10h 12m
$82–976
Drive 536.9 km
1. Drive from Ingham to Cooktown536.9 km
6h 22m
$103–149
Train, shuttle, fly
1. Take the train from Ingham to Babinda
2. Take a shuttle bus from Babinda to Cairns Airport
3. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Cooktown Airport (CTN)CNS - CTN
7h 52m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ingham to Cairns Central StationPm16
2. Take the bus from Cairns to CooktownCairns
10h 5m
$111–167

Ingham to Cooktown by bus and foot

6Weekly Services

10h 4mAverage Duration

$118Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 594.8 km
Duration: 10h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Ingham to Cooktown via Cairns and Cairns in around 10h 4m.

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