What is the cheapest way to get from Kuranda to Charters Towers?

The cheapest way to get from Kuranda to Charters Towers is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 6h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kuranda to Charters Towers?

The fastest way to get from Kuranda to Charters Towers is to fly and drive which takes 3h 3m and costs $310 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Kuranda and Charters Towers?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuranda to Charters Towers. However, there are services departing from Kuranda and arriving at Charters Towers All Souls School via Cairns Central Station and Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

How far is it from Kuranda to Charters Towers?

The distance between Kuranda and Charters Towers is 452 km. The road distance is 503.5 km.

How do I travel from Kuranda to Charters Towers without a car?

The best way to get from Kuranda to Charters Towers without a car is to bus which takes 10h 25m and costs $95 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Kuranda to Charters Towers?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Kuranda to Charters Towers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kuranda to Charters Towers bus from?

Kuranda to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train or bus from Kuranda to Charters Towers?

The best way to get from Kuranda to Charters Towers is to bus which takes 10h 25m and costs $95 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $1,900 and takes 11h 46m.

Where does the Kuranda to Charters Towers bus arrive?

Kuranda to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Kuranda to Charters Towers?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuranda to Charters Towers is 504 km. It takes approximately 6h 2m to drive from Kuranda to Charters Towers.

Where can I stay near Charters Towers?

There are 12+ hotels available in Charters Towers.

Kuranda to Charters Towers - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Kuranda to Charters Towers by plane, car, bus (Greyhound), train, 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, drive
best
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV)CNS - TSV
2. Drive from Townsville-Airport-TSV to Charters Towers
3h 3m
$315–550
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to TownsvilleSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Townsville station to Charters Towers stationInlander
11h 46m
$42–1,874
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to TownsvillePm19
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Charters Towers All Souls SchoolMount Isa
10h 25m
$98–149
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to TownsvilleSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the bus from Townsville station to Blue Care Community CentreCharters Towers
10h 51m
$70–1,379
Drive 503.5 km
1. Drive from Kuranda to Charters Towers503.5 km
6h 2m
$96–138

Kuranda to Charters Towers by bus

3Weekly Buses

10h 25mAverage Duration

$98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 451.8 km
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Kuranda, QLD, Australia and Charters Towers, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Kuranda to Charters Towers All Souls School via Cairns Central Station and Townsville in around 10h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kuranda to Charters Towers station via Cairns Central Station, Cairns Central Station, Townsville, and Townsville station in around 11h 46m.

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