What is the cheapest way to get from Townsville Station to Magnetic Island?

The cheapest way to get from Townsville Station to Magnetic Island is to line 201 bus and ferry which costs $1 - $200 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Townsville Station to Magnetic Island?

The fastest way to get from Townsville Station to Magnetic Island is to ferry which takes 29 min and costs $14 - $220.

Is there a direct ferry between Townsville Station and Magnetic Island?

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

How far is it from Townsville Station to Magnetic Island?

The distance between Townsville Station and Magnetic Island is 15 km.

How do I travel from Townsville Station to Magnetic Island without a car?

The best way to get from Townsville Station to Magnetic Island without a car is to ferry which takes 29 min and costs $14 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Townsville Station to Magnetic Island?

It takes approximately 29 min to get from Townsville Station to Magnetic Island, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Magnetic Island?

There are 604+ hotels available in Magnetic Island.

Townsville Station to Magnetic Island - 2 ways to travel via ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Townsville Station to Magnetic Island by ferry or bus

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Ferry
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1. Take the ferry from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Nelly Bay Ferry Terminalferry 1F
29 min
$14–217
Line 201 bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Flinders St at Townsville station to Breakwater Terminalbus 201 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Nelly Bay Ferry Terminalferry 1F
1h 5m

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Distance: 14.6 km
Duration: 29 min

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

SeaLink operates a ferry from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal hourly, and the journey takes 25 min.

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