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How to get fromParramatta to Townsvilleby plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Parramatta to Townsville by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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  1. Fly

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    1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane plane SYD - TSV
    4h 20m
    $205–582

  2. Train

    1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Roma Street Stationtrain train 31
    2. Take the train from Roma Street to Townsvilletrain train Spirit of Queensland
    34h 45m
    $224–5,157

  3. Bus via Parramatta Rd Before Lyons Rd

    1. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus bus Brisbane
    2. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Townsvillebus bus Au050-1 / ...
    39h 15m
    $356–669

  4. Drive  2,050.8 km

    1. Drive from Parramatta to Townsvillecar car 2,050.8 km
    23h 27m
    $441–637

  5. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus bus Pm12
    2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Townsvillebus bus Pm16
    44h 51m
    $334–498

Parramatta to Townsville by train

Calendar4Weekly Trains
Duration34h 45mAverage Duration
Ticket$224Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 1,720.5 km
  • Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Parramatta, NSW, Australia and Townsville, QLD, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Townsville Airport (TSV) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Parramatta Station to Townsville via Strathfield Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 34h 45m.

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