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

The cheapest way to get from Thursday Island to Townsville is to ferry and fly which costs $400 - $1,400 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thursday Island to Townsville is to ferry and fly which takes 5h 52m and costs $400 - $1,400.

How far is it from Thursday Island to Townsville?

The distance between Thursday Island and Townsville is 1086 km.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Thursday Island to Townsville, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 575+ hotels available in Townsville.

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

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There is 1 way to get from Thursday Island to Townsville 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 Townsville Airport (TSV)plane HID - TSV
5h 52m
$402–1,365

Horn Island Airport (HID) to Townsville Airport (TSV) flights

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7h 9mAverage Duration

$364Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,085.9 km
Duration: 5h 52m

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

There is no direct connection from Thursday Island to Townsville. However, you can take the ferry to Horn Island, take the taxi to Horn Island Airport (HID) airport, then fly to Townsville Airport (TSV).

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