How to travel from Hamilton Island to Pokolbin, Australia
The distance between Hamilton Island and Pokolbin is around 1,597km (992 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 50m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Hamilton Island to Pokolbin by plane, train, bus and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Pokolbin → Hamilton Island if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Hamilton Island (HTI) to Newcastle (NTL).
- Duration4h 50m
- Flight time2h 55m
- Typical costA$525($355)
Virgin Australia
+ 3 others1 similiar route
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Port of Airlie then take the bus to Brisbane then Broadmeadow Coach Stop Graham Rd and then to Lions Park Wyndham St.
- Duration1 day 10h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costA$345($230)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Port of Airlie then take the train to Brisbane Roma Street and then to Maitland Station.
- Duration1 day 5h
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical costA$340($230)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hamilton Island and Pokolbin
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Hamilton Island to Pokolbin by plane, train, bus and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the train which costs around A$340 ($230) and will take around 1 day 5h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$525 ($355).
The distance between Hamilton Island and Pokolbin is around 1,597km (992 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,401km (870 miles)
It takes around 4h 50m to get from Hamilton Island and Pokolbin by plane.
The quickest way to get from Hamilton Island to Pokolbin is to fly which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx A$525 ($355).
The cheapest way to travel between Hamilton Island and Pokolbin is to take a ferry and then take the train which will typically cost around A$340 ($230) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Hamilton Island and Pokolbin. We recommend that you fly from Hamilton Island (HTI) to Newcastle (NTL). instead which will take 4h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Hamilton Island and Pokolbin. We recommend that you fly from Hamilton Island (HTI) to Newcastle (NTL). instead which will take 4h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Hamilton Island and Pokolbin. Flights depart from Hamilton Island (HTI) and arrive at Newcastle (NTL) - via Brisbane (BNE). The flight takes around 2h 55m.
There is no direct flight from Hamilton Island to Pokolbin. There is however a flight that goes via Brisbane (BNE). This services will take at least 4h 50m (not including layover time).
The flight from Hamilton Island to Pokolbin typically takes around 2h 55m. Flights depart from Hamilton Island (HTI) and and arrive into Newcastle (NTL).
The closest major airport to Pokolbin is Newcastle Airport (NTL) (NTL) which is approximately 51km (32 miles) from Pokolbin. Sydney Airport (SYD) (SYD) and Tamworth Airport (TMW) (TMW) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Hamilton Island to Pokolbin. We recommend that you fly from Hamilton Island (HTI) to Newcastle (NTL). instead which will take 4h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hamilton Island to Pokolbin is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around A$525 ($355).
Compare travel optionsbetween Hamilton Island and Pokolbin
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 4h 50m | A$525($355) | hourly | 1,597km (992 miles) |
| Plane, Train and Bus | 5h 40m | A$495($330) | 4 times a day | 1,725km (1,072 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 1 day 10h | A$345($230) | once a week | 2,238km (1,391 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 2 similar | 1 day 5h | A$340($230) | 5 times a week | 1,964km (1,220 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 1 day 10h | A$485($325) | once daily | 2,285km (1,420 miles) |
| Ferry to Port of Airlie, bus and train | 1 day 13h | A$385($260) | once daily | 2,308km (1,434 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Hamilton Island and Pokolbin
Airlines
Virgin Australia
Qantas
FlyPelican
Ferry operators
Cruise Whitsundays
Train operators
NSW TrainLink
Airports near Pokolbin
The following major airports near Pokolbin offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Newcastle Airport (NTL)
- Distance
- 51km (32 miles) from Pokolbin
Sydney Airport (SYD)
- Distance
- 129km (80 miles) from Pokolbin
Tamworth Airport (TMW)
- Distance
- 193km (120 miles) from Pokolbin