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

The cheapest way to get from Proserpine to Cooktown is to bus which costs $150 - $240 and takes 16h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Proserpine to Cooktown is to fly which takes 5h 49m and costs $380 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Proserpine and Cooktown?

No, there is no direct bus from Proserpine to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Proserpine and arriving at Cooktown via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 30m.

How far is it from Proserpine to Cooktown?

The distance between Proserpine and Cooktown is 852 km. The road distance is 909 km.

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

The best way to get from Proserpine to Cooktown without a car is to train and bus which takes 15h 34m and costs $100 - $2,400.

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

It takes approximately 8h 41m to get from Proserpine to Cooktown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Proserpine to Cooktown bus from?

Proserpine to Cooktown bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Proserpine station.

Bus or fly from Proserpine to Cooktown?

The best way to get from Proserpine to Cooktown is to bus which takes 16h 30m and costs $150 - $240. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $380 - $1,400 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Proserpine to Cooktown bus arrive?

Proserpine to Cooktown bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Proserpine to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Proserpine to Cooktown is 909 km. It takes approximately 10h 48m to drive from Proserpine to Cooktown.

Where can I stay near Cooktown?

There are 27+ hotels available in Cooktown.

Proserpine to Cooktown - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Proserpine to Cooktown by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Cairns, bus
best
1. Fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Cairns (CNS)PPP - CNS
2. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
8h 41m
$350–1,007
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Proserpine to Cairns Central StationSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the bus from Cairns to CooktownCairns
15h 34m
$101–2,309
Bus
1. Take the bus from Proserpine to Cairns Central StationPm16
2. Take the bus from Cairns to CooktownCairns
16h 30m
$157–231
Drive 909 km
1. Drive from Proserpine to Cooktown909 km
10h 48m
$177–255
Fly to Cooktown Airport
1. Fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Cooktown Airport (CTN)PPP - CTN
5h 49m
$380–1,312
Bus via Cairns
1. Take the bus from Proserpine to CairnsCairns
2. Take the bus from Cairns to CooktownCairns
16h 39m
$172–334

Proserpine to Cooktown by train and bus

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15h 34mAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 851.6 km
Duration: 8h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Proserpine to Cooktown via Cairns in around 16h 30m. Alternatively, FlexFlight ApS, Hinterland Aviation, and Skytrans fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Cooktown Airport (CTN) twice a week.

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