What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns City to Townsville?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns City to Townsville is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns City to Townsville?

The fastest way to get from Cairns City to Townsville is to fly which takes 2h 15m and costs $190 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns City and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cairns and arriving at Townsville. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns City and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Townsville. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Cairns City to Townsville?

The distance between Cairns City and Townsville is 294 km. The road distance is 345.4 km.

How do I travel from Cairns City to Townsville without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns City to Townsville without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $50 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Cairns City to Townsville?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Cairns City to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns City to Townsville bus from?

Cairns City to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Cairns station.

Where do I catch the Cairns City to Townsville train from?

Cairns City to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Cairns City to Townsville?

The best way to get from Cairns City to Townsville is to fly which takes 2h 15m and costs $190 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $130 and takes 5h 30m, you could also train, which costs $45 - $1,300 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Cairns City to Townsville bus arrive?

Cairns City to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Where does the Cairns City to Townsville train arrive?

Cairns City to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Cairns City to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns City to Townsville is 345 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Cairns City to Townsville.

How do I get a train ticket from Cairns City to Townsville?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cairns City to Townsville?

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Where can I stay near Townsville?

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane CNS - TSV
2h 15m
$190–360
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Townsvilletrain Spirit of Queensland
6h 1m
$45–1,267
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Townsvillebus Brisbane / ...
5h 30m
$50–130
Drive 345.4 km
1. Drive from Cairns City to Townsvillecar 345.4 km
4h 10m
$62–89

Cairns City to Townsville by bus

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Distance: 293.6 km
Duration: 2h 15m

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

Regional Express and Qantas fly from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Cairns to Townsville 4 times a day. Tickets cost $65–130 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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