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

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Ayr is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Ayr is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs $14 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Townsville and arriving at Ayr. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Townsville and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Townsville and arriving at Ayr. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Townsville to Ayr?

The distance between Townsville and Ayr is 80 km. The road distance is 88.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs $14 - $300.

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

The train from Townsville to Ayr takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Ayr bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Townsville to Ayr train from?

Townsville to Ayr train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Townsville station.

Train or bus from Townsville to Ayr?

The best way to get from Townsville to Ayr is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs $14 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22 - $40 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Townsville to Ayr bus arrive?

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

Where does the Townsville to Ayr train arrive?

Townsville to Ayr train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Townsville to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Ayr is 88 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Townsville to Ayr.

How do I get a train ticket from Townsville to Ayr?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Townsville to Ayr?

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 12+ hotels available in Ayr.

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Townsville to Ayr by train

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Distance: 80 km
Duration: 1h 3m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Townsville to Ayr 4 times a week. Tickets cost $14–299 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Townsville to Ayr 3 times a day. Tickets cost $24–40 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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