What is the cheapest way to get from Thursday Island to Weipa?

The cheapest way to get from Thursday Island to Weipa is to ferry and fly which costs $800 - $2,500 and takes 8h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thursday Island to Weipa?

The fastest way to get from Thursday Island to Weipa is to ferry and fly which takes 8h 43m and costs $800 - $2,500.

How far is it from Thursday Island to Weipa?

The distance between Thursday Island and Weipa is 256 km.

How long does it take to get from Thursday Island to Weipa?

It takes approximately 8h 43m to get from Thursday Island to Weipa, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Weipa?

There are four+ hotels available in Weipa.

Thursday Island to Weipa - one way to travel via ferry, and plane

There is 1 way to get from Thursday Island to Weipa by ferry 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.

Ferry, fly
best
1. Take the ferry from Thursday Island to Horn Islandferry
2. Fly from Horn Island Airport (HID) to Weipa Airport (WEI)plane HID - WEI
8h 43m
$842–2,425

Horn Island Airport (HID) to Weipa Airport (WEI) flights

6Weekly Planes

11h 7mAverage Duration

$776Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Thursday Island to Weipa.

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Distance: 256.5 km
Duration: 8h 43m

What companies run services between Thursday Island, QLD, Australia and Weipa, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Thursday Island to Weipa. However, you can take the ferry to Horn Island, take the taxi to Horn Island Airport (HID) airport, fly to Weipa Airport (WEI), then take the taxi to Weipa.

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