What is the cheapest way to get from Thursday Island to Brisbane?

The cheapest way to get from Thursday Island to Brisbane is to ferry and fly which costs $550 - $1,600 and takes 7h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thursday Island to Brisbane?

The fastest way to get from Thursday Island to Brisbane is to ferry and fly which takes 7h 19m and costs $550 - $1,600.

How far is it from Thursday Island to Brisbane?

The distance between Thursday Island and Brisbane is 2208 km.

How long does it take to get from Thursday Island to Brisbane?

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from Thursday Island to Brisbane, including transfers.

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Thursday Island to Brisbane - one way to travel via ferry, and plane

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There is 1 way to get from Thursday Island to Brisbane by ferry or plane

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1. Take the ferry from Thursday Island to Horn Islandferry
2. Fly from Horn Island Airport (HID) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane HID - BNE
7h 19m
$559–1,590

Horn Island Airport (HID) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) flights

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6h 28mAverage Duration

$500Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,208.1 km
Duration: 7h 19m

What companies run services between Thursday Island, QLD, Australia and Brisbane, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Thursday Island to Brisbane. However, you can take the ferry to Horn Island, take the taxi to Horn Island Airport (HID) airport, fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE), walk to International Airport Station, then take the train to Central station, platform 1.

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