Rome2Rio

How to get fromMagnetic Island to Hinchinbrook Islandby ferry, train, or bus

Find Transport to Hinchinbrook Island

See all options

There are 2 ways to get from Magnetic Island to Hinchinbrook Island by ferry, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Ferry, train

    best
    1. Take the ferry from Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal to Breakwater Ferry Terminalferry ferry 1F
    2. Take the train from Townsville to Inghamtrain train
    3. Take the ferry from Lucinda to George's Pointferry ferry
    5h 15m
    $129–946

  2. Ferry, bus

    1. Take the ferry from Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal to Breakwater Ferry Terminalferry ferry 1F
    2. Take the bus from Townsville to Cardwellbus bus
    3. Take the ferry from Cardwell to Ramsay Bayferry ferry
    6h 26m
    $199–411

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Magnetic Island to Hinchinbrook Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 155 km
  • Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Magnetic Island, QLD, Australia and Hinchinbrook Island, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Magnetic Island to Hinchinbrook Island. However, you can take the ferry to Breakwater Ferry Terminal, walk to Breakwater Terminal, take the line 201 bus to Flinders St at Townsville station, walk to Townsville, take the train to Ingham, take the taxi to Lucinda, then take the ferry to George's Point. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal to Ramsay Bay via Breakwater Ferry Terminal, Breakwater Terminal, Sturt Street, Townsville, Cardwell, and Cardwell in around 6h 26m.

Train operators
Bus operators
Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides