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

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Kuranda is to bus which costs $65 - $110 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Kuranda is to fly which takes 1h 30m and costs $310 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Kuranda?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsville to Kuranda. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Kuranda via Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Townsville and Kuranda?

No, there is no direct train from Townsville to Kuranda station. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Cairns Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Townsville to Kuranda?

The distance between Townsville and Kuranda is 315 km. The road distance is 372.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Kuranda without a car is to bus which takes 7h 18m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Townsville to Kuranda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Kuranda bus from?

Townsville to Kuranda bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Townsville station.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Kuranda train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Townsville to Kuranda?

The best way to get from Townsville to Kuranda is to fly which takes 1h 30m and costs $310 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 7h 18m, you could also train, which costs $60 - $1,300 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Townsville to Kuranda bus arrive?

Townsville to Kuranda bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Cairns station.

Where does the Townsville to Kuranda train arrive?

Townsville to Kuranda train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Townsville to Kuranda?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Kuranda is 373 km. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Townsville to Kuranda.

Where can I stay near Kuranda?

There are 1002+ hotels available in Kuranda.

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There are 5 ways to get from Townsville to Kuranda by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS)plane TSV - CNS
1h 30m
$314–516
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Townsville to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
7h 55m
$63–1,292
Bus
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
7h 18m
$68–108
Drive 372.6 km
1. Drive from Townsville to Kurandacar 372.6 km
4h 38m
$67–97
Bus via Townsville
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
7h 20m
$70–99

Townsville to Kuranda by train and bus

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Distance: 314.7 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

Regional Express and Qantas fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS) 5 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Townsville to Cairns twice daily. Tickets cost $50–85 and the journey takes 5h 28m.

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