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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns North to Townsville is to bus which costs $50 - $90 and takes 6h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns North to Townsville is to fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $190 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns North and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns North to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Sheridan St at Smith Street and arriving at Townsville via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns North and Townsville?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns North station to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Townsville via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Cairns North to Townsville?

The distance between Cairns North and Townsville is 293 km. The road distance is 347.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns North to Townsville without a car is to bus which takes 6h 42m and costs $50 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Cairns North to Townsville, including transfers.

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

Cairns North to Townsville bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Cairns station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns North to Townsville?

The best way to get from Cairns North to Townsville is to fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $190 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $90 and takes 6h 42m, you could also train, which costs $45 - $1,300 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Cairns North to Townsville bus arrive?

Cairns North to Townsville bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Where does the Cairns North to Townsville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns North to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns North to Townsville is 347 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Cairns North to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 611+ hotels available in Townsville.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cairns North to Townsville by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane CNS - TSV
3h 8m
$190–360
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Townsvilletrain Spirit of Queensland
7h 12m
$46–1,300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Townsvillebus Au050 / ...
6h 42m
$50–86
Drive 347.1 km
1. Drive from Cairns North to Townsvillecar 347.1 km
4h 13m
$62–89
Bus via Townsville
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Townsvillebus Pm19
7h 6m
$50–76

Cairns North to Townsville by bus and train

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Distance: 293.1 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

Regional Express and Qantas fly from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV) 5 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Cairns to Townsville twice daily. Tickets cost $50–85 and the journey takes 5h 27m.

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