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How to get fromTownsville to Hinchinbrook Islandby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Townsville to Hinchinbrook Island by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

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    1. Take the train from Townsville to Inghamtrain train Spirit of Queensland
    2. Take the ferry from Lucinda to George's Pointferry ferry
    3h 26m
    $129–750

  2. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Townsville to Cardwellbus bus Au050-1 / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Cardwell to Ramsay Bayferry ferry
    4h 48m
    $198–213

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Map of how to get from Townsville to Hinchinbrook Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 139.5 km
  • Duration: 3h 26m

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

There is no direct connection from Townsville to Hinchinbrook Island. However, you can take the train to Ingham, take the taxi to Lucinda, then take the ferry to George's Point. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Townsville to Ramsay Bay via Cardwell and Cardwell in around 4h 48m.

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