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

The cheapest way to get from Winton to Cooktown is to drive which costs $190 - $290 and takes 12h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Winton to Cooktown is to drive which takes 12h 58m and costs $190 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Winton and Cooktown?

No, there is no direct bus from Winton to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Winton and arriving at Cooktown via Cloncurry, Townsville and Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 24m.

How far is it from Winton to Cooktown?

The distance between Winton and Cooktown is 1842 km. The road distance is 1037.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Winton to Cooktown without a car is to bus which takes 27h 24m and costs $280 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 27h 24m to get from Winton to Cooktown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winton to Cooktown bus from?

Winton to Cooktown bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Winton station.

Bus or fly from Winton to Cooktown?

The best way to get from Winton to Cooktown is to bus which takes 27h 24m and costs $280 - $600. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $390 - $1,000 and takes 18h 51m.

Where does the Winton to Cooktown bus arrive?

Winton to Cooktown bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Cloncurry station.

Can I drive from Winton to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Winton to Cooktown is 1038 km. It takes approximately 12h 58m to drive from Winton to Cooktown.

Where can I stay near Cooktown?

There are 27+ hotels available in Cooktown.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Winton to Cooktown by bus (Greyhound), bus, train, car, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Winton to Cloncurry
2. Take the bus from Cloncurry to Townsville
3. Take the bus from Townsville to Cairns Central Station
4. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
27h 24m
$289–559
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Winton to Cloncurry
2. Take the train from Cloncurry station to Townsville station
3. Take the train from Townsville to Cairns Central Station
4. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
34h 28m
$186–4,524
Drive 1,037.8 km
1. Drive from Winton to Cooktown1,037.8 km
12h 58m
$197–284
Fly
1. Fly from Winton Airport (WIN) to Cooktown Airport (CTN)WIN - CTN
18h 51m
$393–1,004

Winton to Cooktown by bus

3Weekly Buses

27h 24mAverage Duration

$289Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,841.6 km
Duration: 27h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Winton to Cooktown via Cloncurry, Townsville, and Cairns in around 27h 24m. Alternatively, Regional Express, Qantas, and Hinterland Aviation fly from Winton Airport (WIN) to Cooktown Airport (CTN) twice a week.

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