What is the cheapest way to get from Magnetic Island to Townsville City?

The cheapest way to get from Magnetic Island to Townsville City is to ferry which costs $0 - $200 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Magnetic Island to Townsville City?

The fastest way to get from Magnetic Island to Townsville City is to ferry which takes 25 min and costs $0 - $200.

Is there a direct ferry between Magnetic Island and Townsville City?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal and arriving at Breakwater Ferry Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Magnetic Island to Townsville City?

The distance between Magnetic Island and Townsville City is 11 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Magnetic Island to Townsville City?

Book your Magnetic Island to Townsville City ferry tickets online with 12go.asia.

How do I travel from Magnetic Island to Townsville City without a car?

The best way to get from Magnetic Island to Townsville City without a car is to ferry which takes 25 min and costs $0 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Magnetic Island to Townsville City?

The ferry from Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal to Breakwater Ferry Terminal takes 25 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where can I stay near Townsville City?

There are 607+ hotels available in Townsville City.

Magnetic Island to Townsville City - 3 ways to travel via ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Magnetic Island to Townsville City by ferry, bus, or car ferry

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

Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal to Breakwater Ferry Terminalferry 1F
25 min
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 Flinders St near Stanley St hail 'n' ridebus 200 / ...
39 min
$1–196
Car ferry
1. Take the carferry from Magnetic Island Ferry to Townsvillecarferry
40 min
$18–340

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Map of how to get from Magnetic Island to Townsville City.

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Distance: 11.3 km
Duration: 25 min

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

SeaLink operates a ferry from Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal to Breakwater Ferry Terminal hourly, and the journey takes 25 min.

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