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How to get fromBrisbane to Townsville Cityby plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Brisbane to Townsville City by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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  1. Fly

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    1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane plane BNE - TSV
    4h 13m
    $139–435

  2. Train

    1. Take the train from Roma Street to Townsvilletrain train Spirit of Queensland
    18h 40m
    $140–4,904

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Townsvillebus bus Au050-1 / ...
    23h 9m
    $180–550

  4. Drive 1,333 km

    1. Drive from Brisbane to Townsville Citycar car 1,333 km
    15h 42m
    $238–344

Brisbane to Townsville City by train

Calendar4Weekly Trains
Duration18h 40mAverage Duration
Ticket$140Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 1,136.5 km
  • Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Brisbane, QLD, Australia and Townsville City, QLD, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Townsville Airport (TSV) hourly. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Roma Street to Townsville 4 times a week. Tickets cost $140–4,904 and the journey takes 18h 40m.

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