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

The cheapest way to get from Mareeba to James Cook University is to bus via Townsville which costs $65 - $110 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mareeba to James Cook University is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Mareeba and James Cook University?

No, there is no direct bus from Mareeba to James Cook University. However, there are services departing from Mareeba and arriving at JCU - Student Union Mall via Cairns and Sturt Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

How far is it from Mareeba to James Cook University?

The distance between Mareeba and James Cook University is 413 km. The road distance is 385.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mareeba to James Cook University without a car is to bus via Townsville which takes 9h 6m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Mareeba to James Cook University, including transfers.

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

Mareeba to James Cook University bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Mareeba station.

Where does the Mareeba to James Cook University bus arrive?

Mareeba to James Cook University bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Mareeba to James Cook University?

Yes, the driving distance between Mareeba to James Cook University is 386 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Mareeba to James Cook University.

Where can I stay near James Cook University?

There are 579+ hotels available in James Cook University.

Mareeba to James Cook University - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Mareeba to James Cook University by car, train, bus, 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.

Drive, train
best
1. Drive from Mareeba to Gordonvalecar
2. Take the train from Gordonvale to Townsvilletrain Spirit of Queensland
7h 45m
$56–1,223
Bus via Townsville
1. Take the bus from Mareeba to Cairns Central Stationbus Atherton / ...
2. Take the bus from Cairns to Townsvillebus Au050 / ...
9h 6m
$65–105
Drive 385.5 km
1. Drive from Mareeba to James Cook Universitycar 385.5 km
4h 40m
$68–99
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Mareeba to Smithfieldbus
2. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane CNS - TSV
4h 44m
$243–587
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mareeba to Cairns Central Stationbus Atherton / ...
2. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Townsvillebus Pm19
9h 36m
$75–110

Mareeba to James Cook University by bus and foot

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9h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 412.9 km
Duration: 7h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Mareeba to James Cook University via Cairns Central Station, Cairns, Townsville, Sturt Street, and JCU - Student Union Mall in around 9h 6m.

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