What is the cheapest way to get from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell?

The cheapest way to get from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell is to bus via Cairns Central Station which costs $35 - $55 and takes 5h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell?

The fastest way to get from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Yorkeys Knob and Cardwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell. However, there are services departing from Varley St at Daisy Street and arriving at Cardwell via Smithfield Shopping Centre and Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell?

The distance between Yorkeys Knob and Cardwell is 236 km. The road distance is 198.8 km.

How do I travel from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell without a car?

The best way to get from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $40 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell bus from?

Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Cairns station.

Train or bus from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell?

The best way to get from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $40 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9 - $700 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell bus arrive?

Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Cardwell station.

Can I drive from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell.

Where can I stay near Cardwell?

There are eight+ hotels available in Cardwell.

Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell by bus (Greyhound), train, car, plane, or bus

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

Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Cairns to CardwellTownsville / ...
4h 35m
$42–76
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to CardwellSpirit of Queensland
4h 59m
$10–700
Drive 198.8 km
1. Drive from Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell198.8 km
2h 29m
$39–57
Fly, drive
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV)CNS - TSV
2. Drive from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cardwell
3h 8m
$271–504
Bus via Cairns Central Station
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell Brasenose StreetPm19
5h 24m
$36–52

Yorkeys Knob to Cardwell by bus (Greyhound)

25Weekly Buses

4h 35mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 236.4 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Yorkeys Knob, QLD, Australia and Cardwell, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Cairns to Cardwell 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–75 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell 4 times a week. Tickets cost $9–668 and the journey takes 3h 34m.

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