What is the cheapest way to get from Townsville to South Johnstone?

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to South Johnstone is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Townsville to South Johnstone?

The fastest way to get from Townsville to South Johnstone is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and South Johnstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsville to South Johnstone. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Mourilyan via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Townsville and South Johnstone?

No, there is no direct train from Townsville to South Johnstone. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Innisfail via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Townsville to South Johnstone?

The distance between Townsville and South Johnstone is 287 km. The road distance is 251 km.

How do I travel from Townsville to South Johnstone without a car?

The best way to get from Townsville to South Johnstone without a car is to bus which takes 4h 6m and costs $60 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Townsville to South Johnstone?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Townsville to South Johnstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to South Johnstone bus from?

Townsville to South Johnstone bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Townsville station.

Where do I catch the Townsville to South Johnstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Townsville to South Johnstone?

The best way to get from Townsville to South Johnstone is to bus which takes 4h 6m and costs $60 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $1,000 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Townsville to South Johnstone bus arrive?

Townsville to South Johnstone bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Mourilyan station.

Where does the Townsville to South Johnstone train arrive?

Townsville to South Johnstone train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Innisfail station.

Can I drive from Townsville to South Johnstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to South Johnstone is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Townsville to South Johnstone.

Where can I stay near South Johnstone?

There are 19+ hotels available in South Johnstone.

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There are 5 ways to get from Townsville to South Johnstone by bus, train, car, plane, shuttle, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Mourilyanbus Pm16
4h 6m
$62–84
Drive 251 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Townsville to South Johnstonecar 251 km
2h 59m
$45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Townsville to Innisfailtrain Spirit of Queensland
4h 51m
$67–983
Fly, shuttle
1. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS)plane TSV - CNS
2. Take a shuttle bus from Cairns Airport to Mourilyanshuttle
4h 26m
$276–446
Bus via Innisfail (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Innisfailbus Cairns
4h 35m
$83–135

Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS) flights

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Distance: 286.7 km
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Townsville, QLD, Australia and South Johnstone, QLD, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Townsville to Mourilyan once daily. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Townsville to Innisfail 4 times a week. Tickets cost $35–943 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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