What is the cheapest way to get from Cardwell to Townsville?

The cheapest way to get from Cardwell to Townsville is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardwell to Townsville?

The fastest way to get from Cardwell to Townsville is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardwell and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardwell and arriving at Townsville. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cardwell and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardwell and arriving at Townsville. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Cardwell to Townsville?

The distance between Cardwell and Townsville is 166 km. The road distance is 163 km.

How do I travel from Cardwell to Townsville without a car?

The best way to get from Cardwell to Townsville without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Cardwell to Townsville?

The bus from Cardwell to Townsville takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Cardwell to Townsville bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardwell to Townsville train from?

Cardwell to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cardwell station.

Train or bus from Cardwell to Townsville?

The best way to get from Cardwell to Townsville is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $28 - $600 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Cardwell to Townsville bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardwell to Townsville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardwell to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardwell to Townsville is 163 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Cardwell to Townsville.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardwell to Townsville?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardwell to Townsville?

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Where can I stay near Townsville?

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardwell to Townsville by bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Cardwell to Townsvillebus Townsville / ...
2h 10m
$30–65
Train
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1. Take the train from Cardwell to Townsvilletrain Spirit of Queensland
2h 27m
$28–600
Drive 163 km
1. Drive from Cardwell to Townsvillecar 163 km
1h 55m
$30–43

Cardwell to Townsville by bus

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Distance: 165.8 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Cardwell, QLD, Australia and Townsville, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Cardwell to Townsville 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cardwell to Townsville 4 times a week. Tickets cost $28–600 and the journey takes 2h 27m.

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