What is the cheapest way to get from Forrest Beach to Townsville?

The cheapest way to get from Forrest Beach to Townsville is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forrest Beach to Townsville?

The fastest way to get from Forrest Beach to Townsville is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Forrest Beach and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Forrest Beach to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Ingham and arriving at Townsville via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Forrest Beach and Townsville?

No, there is no direct train from Forrest Beach to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Ingham and arriving at Townsville via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Forrest Beach to Townsville?

The distance between Forrest Beach and Townsville is 132 km. The road distance is 129.3 km.

How do I travel from Forrest Beach to Townsville without a car?

The best way to get from Forrest Beach to Townsville without a car is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs $100 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Forrest Beach to Townsville?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Forrest Beach to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forrest Beach to Townsville bus from?

Forrest Beach to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Ingham station.

Where do I catch the Forrest Beach to Townsville train from?

Forrest Beach to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Ingham station.

Train or bus from Forrest Beach to Townsville?

The best way to get from Forrest Beach to Townsville is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs $100 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $95 - $500 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Forrest Beach to Townsville bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forrest Beach to Townsville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forrest Beach to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Forrest Beach to Townsville is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Forrest Beach to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 572+ hotels available in Townsville.

Forrest Beach to Townsville - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Forrest Beach to Townsville by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ingham to Townsvillebus Townsville / ...
1h 45m
$107–142
Drive 129.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Forrest Beach to Townsvillecar 129.3 km
1h 33m
$24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Ingham to Townsvilletrain Spirit of Queensland
1h 52m
$96–492
Bus via Townsville
1. Take the bus from Ingham to Townsvillebus Au050-1
2h
$94–120

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Distance: 131.9 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Forrest Beach, QLD, Australia and Townsville, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Ingham to Townsville 4 times a day. Tickets cost $28–45 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Ingham to Townsville 4 times a week. Tickets cost $18–401 and the journey takes 1h 38m.

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