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

The cheapest way to get from Kuranda to Townsville is to bus which costs $65 - $110 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuranda to Townsville is to fly which takes 1h 24m and costs $300 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Kuranda and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuranda to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Kuranda and arriving at Townsville via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Kuranda and Townsville?

No, there is no direct train from Kuranda station to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Townsville via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Kuranda to Townsville?

The distance between Kuranda and Townsville is 314 km. The road distance is 372.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuranda to Townsville without a car is to bus which takes 7h 32m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Kuranda to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kuranda to Townsville bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kuranda to Townsville train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kuranda to Townsville?

The best way to get from Kuranda to Townsville is to fly which takes 1h 24m and costs $300 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 7h 32m, you could also train, which costs $60 - $1,400 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Kuranda to Townsville bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kuranda to Townsville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kuranda to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuranda to Townsville is 373 km. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Kuranda to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 572+ hotels available in Townsville.

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There are 5 ways to get from Kuranda 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
1h 24m
$309–510
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Townsvilletrain Spirit of Queensland
7h 56m
$63–1,325
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Townsvillebus Au050 / ...
7h 32m
$68–110
Drive 372.6 km
1. Drive from Kuranda to Townsvillecar 372.6 km
4h 37m
$67–97
Bus via Townsville
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Townsvillebus Pm19
7h 50m
$68–100

Kuranda to Townsville by bus and train

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Distance: 314.4 km
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Kuranda, 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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