What is the cheapest way to get from South Mission Beach to Townsville?

The cheapest way to get from South Mission Beach to Townsville is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Mission Beach to Townsville?

The fastest way to get from South Mission Beach to Townsville is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between South Mission Beach and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from South Mission Beach to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Mission Beach and arriving at Townsville via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between South Mission Beach and Townsville?

No, there is no direct train from South Mission Beach to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Tully and arriving at Townsville via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from South Mission Beach to Townsville?

The distance between South Mission Beach and Townsville is 228 km. The road distance is 230.4 km.

How do I travel from South Mission Beach to Townsville without a car?

The best way to get from South Mission Beach to Townsville without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs $130 - $950.

How long does it take to get from South Mission Beach to Townsville?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from South Mission Beach to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Mission Beach to Townsville bus from?

South Mission Beach to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mission Beach station.

Where do I catch the South Mission Beach to Townsville train from?

South Mission Beach to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Tully station.

Train or bus from South Mission Beach to Townsville?

The best way to get from South Mission Beach to Townsville is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs $130 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the South Mission Beach to Townsville bus arrive?

South Mission Beach to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Where does the South Mission Beach to Townsville train arrive?

South Mission Beach to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from South Mission Beach to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between South Mission Beach to Townsville is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from South Mission Beach to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 610+ hotels available in Townsville.

South Mission Beach to Townsville - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from South Mission Beach to Townsville by train, bus (Greyhound), car, shuttle, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tully to Townsvilletrain Spirit of Queensland
3h 31m
$131–920
Drive 230.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from South Mission Beach to Townsvillecar 230.4 km
2h 46m
$41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mission Beach to Townsvillebus Townsville / ...
3h 46m
$54–107
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Mission Beach to Cairns Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane CNS - TSV
4h 51m
$283–456

Cairns (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV) flights

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56 minAverage Duration

$161Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228 km
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between South Mission Beach, QLD, Australia and Townsville, QLD, Australia?

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Tully to Townsville 4 times a week. Tickets cost $30–761 and the journey takes 3h 11m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Mission Beach to Townsville 4 times a day. Tickets cost $45–85 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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