What is the cheapest way to get from Townsville to Daintree Rainforest?

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Daintree Rainforest is to drive which costs $95 - $150 and takes 9h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Townsville to Daintree Rainforest?

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Daintree Rainforest is to fly and bus which takes 7h 13m and costs $330 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Daintree Rainforest?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsville to Daintree Rainforest. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Daintree Crocodylus via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

How far is it from Townsville to Daintree Rainforest?

The distance between Townsville and Daintree Rainforest is 502 km. The road distance is 555.4 km.

How do I travel from Townsville to Daintree Rainforest without a car?

The best way to get from Townsville to Daintree Rainforest without a car is to bus which takes 9h 11m and costs $110 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Townsville to Daintree Rainforest?

It takes approximately 9h 11m to get from Townsville to Daintree Rainforest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Daintree Rainforest bus from?

Townsville to Daintree Rainforest bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Townsville station.

Where does the Townsville to Daintree Rainforest bus arrive?

Townsville to Daintree Rainforest bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Townsville to Daintree Rainforest?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Daintree Rainforest is 555 km. It takes approximately 9h 42m to drive from Townsville to Daintree Rainforest.

Where can I stay near Daintree Rainforest?

There are 642+ hotels available in Daintree Rainforest.

Townsville to Daintree Rainforest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Townsville to Daintree Rainforest by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
2. Take the bus from Cairns to Daintree Crocodylusbus Cairns
9h 11m
$112–159
Drive 555.4 km
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1. Drive from Townsville to Daintree Rainforestcar 555.4 km
9h 42m
$100–144
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Townsville to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
2. Take the bus from Cairns to Daintree Crocodylusbus Cairns
9h 56m
$105–1,352
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cooktown Airport (CTN)plane TSV - CTN
2. Take the bus from Cooktown to Daintree Crocodylusbus
7h 13m
$339–996

Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cooktown Airport (CTN) flights

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4h 1mAverage Duration

$230Cheapest Price

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Distance: 501.6 km
Duration: 9h 11m

What companies run services between Townsville, QLD, Australia and Daintree Rainforest, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Townsville to Daintree Rainforest via Cairns and Daintree Crocodylus in around 9h 11m.

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