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

The cheapest way to get from Innisfail to Townsville is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Innisfail to Townsville is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Innisfail and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Innisfail and arriving at Townsville. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Innisfail and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Innisfail and arriving at Townsville. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Innisfail to Townsville?

The distance between Innisfail and Townsville is 252 km. The road distance is 257.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Innisfail to Townsville without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $35 - $950.

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

The train from Innisfail to Townsville takes 4h 18m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Innisfail to Townsville bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Innisfail to Townsville train from?

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

Train or bus from Innisfail to Townsville?

The best way to get from Innisfail to Townsville is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $35 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $110 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Innisfail to Townsville bus arrive?

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

Where does the Innisfail to Townsville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Innisfail to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Innisfail to Townsville is 258 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Innisfail to Townsville.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Townsville?

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Innisfail to Townsville - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

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

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best
1. Take the train from Innisfail to Townsvilletrain Spirit of Queensland
4h 18m
$35–943
Bus
1. Take the bus from Innisfail to Townsvillebus Townsville / ...
4h 20m
$40–110
Drive 257.5 km
1. Drive from Innisfail to Townsvillecar 257.5 km
3h 4m
$47–67
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Innisfail to Cairns Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane CNS - TSV
3h 55m
$251–431

Innisfail to Townsville by train

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Distance: 252.5 km
Duration: 4h 18m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Innisfail to Townsville 4 times a week. Tickets cost $35–943 and the journey takes 4h 18m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Innisfail to Townsville 4 times a day. Tickets cost $55–110 and the journey takes 4h 20m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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