What is the cheapest way to get from Picnic Bay to Townsville?

The cheapest way to get from Picnic Bay to Townsville is to line 250 bus and ferry which costs $1 - $200 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Picnic Bay to Townsville?

The fastest way to get from Picnic Bay to Townsville is to ferry which takes 29 min and costs $13 - $220.

Is there a direct ferry between Picnic Bay and Townsville?

No, there is no direct ferry from Picnic Bay to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal and arriving at Breakwater Ferry Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Picnic Bay to Townsville?

The distance between Picnic Bay and Townsville is 15 km.

How do I travel from Picnic Bay to Townsville without a car?

The best way to get from Picnic Bay to Townsville without a car is to ferry which takes 29 min and costs $13 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Picnic Bay to Townsville?

It takes approximately 29 min to get from Picnic Bay to Townsville, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 611+ hotels available in Townsville.

Picnic Bay to Townsville - 2 ways to travel via ferry, and line 250 bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Picnic Bay to Townsville by ferry or bus

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal to Breakwater Ferry Terminalferry 1F
29 min
$13–215
Line 250 bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Granite St at Birt Street to Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal Stop 2bus 250
2. Take the ferry from Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal to Breakwater Ferry Terminalferry 1F
1h

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Map of how to get from Picnic Bay to Townsville.

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Distance: 15.3 km
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Picnic Bay, QLD, Australia and Townsville, 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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