What is the cheapest way to get from James Cook University to Mount Peter?

The cheapest way to get from James Cook University to Mount Peter is to bus via Cairns Central Station which costs $50 - $80 and takes 8h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from James Cook University to Mount Peter?

The fastest way to get from James Cook University to Mount Peter is to fly which takes 1h 36m and costs $250 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between James Cook University and Mount Peter?

No, there is no direct bus from James Cook University to Mount Peter. However, there are services departing from JCU - Student Union Mall and arriving at Farmer St near Maren St hail 'n' ride via Townsville and Norman St at Gordon Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

How far is it from James Cook University to Mount Peter?

The distance between James Cook University and Mount Peter is 320 km. The road distance is 336.4 km.

How do I travel from James Cook University to Mount Peter without a car?

The best way to get from James Cook University to Mount Peter without a car is to bus which takes 8h 14m and costs $50 - $130.

How long does it take to get from James Cook University to Mount Peter?

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from James Cook University to Mount Peter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the James Cook University to Mount Peter bus from?

James Cook University to Mount Peter bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Townsville station.

Train, bus or fly from James Cook University to Mount Peter?

The best way to get from James Cook University to Mount Peter is to fly which takes 1h 36m and costs $250 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $130 and takes 8h 14m, you could also train, which costs $18 - $1,300 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the James Cook University to Mount Peter bus arrive?

James Cook University to Mount Peter bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Gordonvale station.

Can I drive from James Cook University to Mount Peter?

Yes, the driving distance between James Cook University to Mount Peter is 336 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from James Cook University to Mount Peter.

Where can I stay near Mount Peter?

There are 982+ hotels available in Mount Peter.

James Cook University to Mount Peter - 5 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from James Cook University to Mount Peter by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, car, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS)plane TSV - CNS
1h 36m
$256–527
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Townsville to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
9h 19m
$18–1,302
Bus
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Gordonvalebus Cairns
8h 14m
$52–122
Drive 336.4 km
1. Drive from James Cook University to Mount Petercar 336.4 km
3h 58m
$63–91
Bus via Cairns Central Station
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
8h 49m
$52–76

James Cook University to Mount Peter by foot and bus

28Weekly Services

8h 14mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.5 km
Duration: 1h 36m

What companies run services between James Cook University, QLD, Australia and Mount Peter, QLD, Australia?

Regional Express and Qantas fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Townsville to Gordonvale 3 times a day. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 5h 15m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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