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Airlie Beach to Cardwell

Updated: March 13, 2024 12:01 PM
Cardwell

Airlie Beach to Cardwell

Language

The official language of Australia is English.

Currency

The official currency of Australia is the Australian dollar (AUD).

Distance

The distance from Airlie Beach to Cardwell is approximately 180 kilometers (112 miles).

How to Reach

There are a few ways to reach Cardwell from Airlie Beach:

  • By car: The drive takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes.
  • By bus: There are several bus companies that operate between Airlie Beach and Cardwell. The journey takes about 3 hours.
  • By train: There is no direct train service between Airlie Beach and Cardwell. However, you can take a train from Airlie Beach to Townsville and then transfer to a bus to Cardwell.

Expenses

The cost of travel from Airlie Beach to Cardwell will vary depending on the mode of transport you choose. Here is an approximate breakdown of the costs:

Mode of Transport Cost
Car $20-$30 for petrol
Bus $30-$40
Train $50-$60

Best time to go

The best time to visit Cardwell is during the dry season, which runs from May to October. During this time, the weather is warm and sunny, with little rainfall.

What to Eat

Cardwell is home to a variety of restaurants and cafes that offer a range of cuisines. Here are a few of the local favorites:

  • Seafood: Cardwell is known for its fresh seafood, including prawns, crabs, and fish.
  • Tropical fruit: Cardwell is located in a tropical climate, which means that there is a wide variety of tropical fruit available, such as mangoes, pineapples, and bananas.
  • Australian cuisine: Cardwell also has a number of restaurants that serve traditional Australian cuisine, such as meat pies and fish and chips.

Where to Go

There are a number of things to see and do in Cardwell, including:

  • Visit the Hinchinbrook Island National Park: This national park is home to a variety of rainforests, waterfalls, and beaches.
  • Go fishing: Cardwell is a popular destination for fishing, both offshore and inshore.
  • Visit the Cardwell Historical Museum: This museum tells the story of Cardwell's history, from its early days as a sugar port to its present day as a tourist destination.

FAQ

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about traveling from Airlie Beach to Cardwell:

  1. How long does it take to get from Airlie Beach to Cardwell?
    The drive takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes, the bus takes about 3 hours, and the train takes about 4 hours.
  2. How much does it cost to get from Airlie Beach to Cardwell?
    The cost of travel will vary depending on the mode of transport you choose. See the Expenses section above for more details.
  3. What is the best time to visit Cardwell?
    The best time to visit Cardwell is during the dry season, which runs from May to October.
  4. What is there to do in Cardwell?
    There are a number of things to see and do in Cardwell, including visiting the Hinchinbrook Island National Park, going fishing, and visiting the Cardwell Historical Museum.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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