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

The cheapest way to get from Mapoon to Cooktown is to drive which costs $140 - $210 and takes 14h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mapoon to Cooktown is to drive and fly which takes 7h 24m and costs $450 - $800.

How far is it from Mapoon to Cooktown?

The distance between Mapoon and Cooktown is 572 km. The road distance is 726.2 km.

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Mapoon to Cooktown, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mapoon to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Mapoon to Cooktown is 726 km. It takes approximately 14h 40m to drive from Mapoon to Cooktown.

Where can I stay near Cooktown?

There are 27+ hotels available in Cooktown.

Mapoon to Cooktown - 3 ways to travel via car, plane, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Mapoon to Cooktown by car, plane, or bus

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Drive, fly to Cooktown Airport
best
1. Drive from Mapoon to Weipa Airport (WEI)
2. Fly from Weipa Airport (WEI) to Cooktown Airport (CTN)WEI - CTN
7h 24m
$458–791
Drive 726.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mapoon to Cooktown726.2 km
14h 40m
$143–207
Drive, fly to Cairns, bus
1. Drive from Mapoon to Weipa Airport (WEI)
2. Fly from Weipa Airport (WEI) to Cairns (CNS)WEI - CNS
3. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
11h 11m
$358–836

Weipa Airport (WEI) to Cooktown Airport (CTN) flights

5Weekly Planes

4h 32mAverage Duration

$355Cheapest Price

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Distance: 572.3 km
Duration: 7h 24m

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

There is no direct connection from Mapoon to Cooktown. However, you can drive to Weipa Airport (WEI) airport, fly to Cooktown Airport (CTN), then take the taxi to Cooktown. Alternatively, you can drive from Mapoon to Cooktown in around 14h 40m.

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