What is the cheapest way to get from Prairie to Townsville?

The cheapest way to get from Prairie to Townsville is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 3h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Prairie to Townsville?

The fastest way to get from Prairie to Townsville is to bus and fly which takes 2h 41m and costs $210 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Prairie and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Prairie and arriving at Townsville. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Prairie to Townsville?

The distance between Prairie and Townsville is 367 km. The road distance is 338.2 km.

How do I travel from Prairie to Townsville without a car?

The best way to get from Prairie to Townsville without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $60 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Prairie to Townsville?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Prairie to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prairie to Townsville bus from?

Prairie to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Prairie station.

Where does the Prairie to Townsville bus arrive?

Prairie to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Prairie to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Prairie to Townsville is 338 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Prairie to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 576+ hotels available in Townsville.

Prairie to Townsville - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Prairie to Townsville by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Prairie to Hughendenbus
2. Fly from Hughenden Airport (HGD) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane HGD - TSV
2h 41m
$212–1,000
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Prairie to Torrens Creekbus Townsville
2. Take the train from Torrens Creek station to Townsville stationtrain Inlander
7h 46m
$56–1,230
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Prairie to Townsvillebus Townsville
4h 35m
$60–120
Drive 338.2 km
1. Drive from Prairie to Townsvillecar 338.2 km
3h 44m
$61–88

Prairie to Townsville by bus (Greyhound)

3Weekly Buses

4h 35mAverage Duration

$60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 367.4 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Prairie, QLD, Australia and Townsville, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Prairie to Townsville 3 times a week. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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