What is the cheapest way to get from Magnetic Island to James Cook University?

The cheapest way to get from Magnetic Island to James Cook University is to ferry and line 201 bus which costs $1 - $200 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Magnetic Island to James Cook University?

The fastest way to get from Magnetic Island to James Cook University is to ferry and taxi which takes 39 min and costs $45 - $250.

How far is it from Magnetic Island to James Cook University?

The distance between Magnetic Island and James Cook University is 25 km.

How do I travel from Magnetic Island to James Cook University without a car?

The best way to get from Magnetic Island to James Cook University without a car is to ferry and taxi which takes 39 min and costs $45 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Magnetic Island to James Cook University?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Magnetic Island to James Cook University, including transfers.

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Magnetic Island to James Cook University - 3 ways to travel via ferry, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Magnetic Island to James Cook University by ferry, taxi, bus, or car ferry

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Ferry, taxi
best
1. Take the ferry from Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal to Breakwater Ferry Terminalferry 1F
2. Take the taxi from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to James Cook Universitytaxi
39 min
$45–250
Ferry, line 201 bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal to Breakwater Ferry Terminalferry 1F
2. Take the bus from Breakwater Terminal to JCU - Student Union Mallbus 201
1h 36m
$1–196
Car ferry, line 201 bus
1. Take the carferry from Magnetic Island Ferry to Townsvillecarferry
2. Take the bus from Breakwater Terminal to JCU - Student Union Mallbus 201
1h 51m
$19–338

Magnetic Island to James Cook University by ferry, bus, and foot

112Weekly Services

1h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.7 km
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Magnetic Island, QLD, Australia and James Cook University, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Magnetic Island to James Cook University. However, you can take the ferry to Breakwater Ferry Terminal then take the taxi to James Cook University. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal to James Cook University via Breakwater Ferry Terminal, Breakwater Terminal, and JCU - Student Union Mall in around 1h 36m.

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