Accessing The WhitsundaysThe Whitsundays is located in central
AIR | ROAD | RAIL AIRThe Whitsundays is serviced by two airports: Great Barrier Reef Airport, Hamilton Island
Located on Hamilton Island, the airport (HTI) is serviced by Virgin Blue, Jetstar and Qantas Link with daily direct flights from Cairns, Brisbane, Syndey, Melbourne and connection points beyond. Cruise Whitsundays and Fantasea Adventure Cruising operate ferries from Hamilton Island to the mainland and island resorts. Whitsunday Coast Airport, Proserpine (PPP) Whitsunday Coast Airport is located in Proserpine, approximately 25 minutes by car to Airlie Beach. The airport (PPP) is serviced by Virgin Blue and Jetstar offering daily direct flights from Brisbane and connecting flights from most other capital cities. Transfers into Airlie Beach can be organised through Whitsunday Transit or Whitsunday Taxis. Car and limousine hire is also available. Don't forget to check with your accommodation to see if transfers are included in your package. Approximate Direct Flight Times
Check flight availability: Virgin Blue | Jetstar ROADThe Bruce Highway is the main route connecting the towns of Queensland between Brisbane and Cairns. It runs through the heart of the Whitsundays region and is part of Australia's national road network. Just north of Proserpine lies the turnoff east to the communities of Airlie Beach and Shute Harbour, while further north the Bruce Highway reaches the town of Bowen. For Queensland distances to the Whitsundays see below: Distances (measured in km)
Coach companies that service the Whitsundays are Greyhound Australia, Premier and Oz Experience, with over 10 services daily into the coastal community of Airlie Beach. The Whitsunday Information Centre is able to make your Greyhound Australia coach bookings. Please contact a local specialist on 1800 801 252 or info@tourismwhitsundays.com.au. RAILQueensland Rail Traveltrain services include the Sunlander and Tilt Train, linking Proserpine to the coast centres between and including Brisbane and Cairns. Connecting coaches operate from Proserpine to Airlie Beach and Shute Harbour. QUICK LINKS: Getting Around the Whitsundays | Island Connections | Getting Around Search | View Whitsunday Maps |
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