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

The cheapest way to get from Normanton to Cooktown is to drive which costs $170 - $260 and takes 10h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Normanton to Cooktown is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $300 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Normanton and Cooktown?

No, there is no direct bus from Normanton to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Normanton and arriving at Cooktown via Mareeba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 25m.

How far is it from Normanton to Cooktown?

The distance between Normanton and Cooktown is 517 km. The road distance is 912 km.

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

The best way to get from Normanton to Cooktown without a car is to bus which takes 13h 25m and costs $190 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Normanton to Cooktown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normanton to Cooktown bus from?

Normanton to Cooktown bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Normanton station.

Bus or fly from Normanton to Cooktown?

The best way to get from Normanton to Cooktown is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $300 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $270 and takes 13h 25m.

Where does the Normanton to Cooktown bus arrive?

Normanton to Cooktown bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Mareeba station.

Can I drive from Normanton to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Normanton to Cooktown is 912 km. It takes approximately 10h 17m to drive from Normanton to Cooktown.

Where can I stay near Cooktown?

There are 27+ hotels available in Cooktown.

Normanton to Cooktown - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Normanton to Cooktown by plane, bus, or car

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

Fly to Cooktown Airport
best
1. Fly from Normanton (NTN) to Cooktown Airport (CTN)NTN - CTN
3h 48m
$303–724
Drive 912 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Normanton to Cooktown912 km
10h 17m
$175–253
Bus
1. Take the bus from Normanton to MareebaCairns
2. Take the bus from Mareeba to CooktownCairns
13h 25m
$193–270
Fly to Cairns, bus
1. Fly from Normanton (NTN) to Cairns (CNS)NTN - CNS
2. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
8h 35m
$396–1,306

Normanton to Cooktown by bus

3Weekly Buses

13h 25mAverage Duration

$193Cheapest Price

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Distance: 516.6 km
Duration: 3h 48m

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

Regional Express and Hinterland Aviation fly from Normanton (NTN) to Cooktown Airport (CTN) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Normanton to Cooktown via Mareeba in around 13h 25m.

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