What is the cheapest way to get from Townsville to South Mission Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to South Mission Beach is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Townsville to South Mission Beach?

The fastest way to get from Townsville to South Mission Beach is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and South Mission Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsville to South Mission Beach. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Mission Beach via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Townsville and South Mission Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Townsville to South Mission Beach. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Tully via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Townsville to South Mission Beach?

The distance between Townsville and South Mission Beach is 239 km. The road distance is 230.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to South Mission Beach without a car is to bus which takes 3h 51m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Townsville to South Mission Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Townsville to South Mission Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to South Mission Beach bus from?

Townsville to South Mission Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Townsville station.

Where do I catch the Townsville to South Mission Beach train from?

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

Train or bus from Townsville to South Mission Beach?

The best way to get from Townsville to South Mission Beach is to bus which takes 3h 51m and costs $55 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $130 - $900 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Townsville to South Mission Beach bus arrive?

Townsville to South Mission Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Mission Beach station.

Where does the Townsville to South Mission Beach train arrive?

Townsville to South Mission Beach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Tully station.

Can I drive from Townsville to South Mission Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to South Mission Beach is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Townsville to South Mission Beach.

Where can I stay near South Mission Beach?

There are 161+ hotels available in South Mission Beach.

Townsville to South Mission Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Townsville to South Mission Beach by bus (Greyhound), train, car, plane, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Mission Beachbus Cairns
3h 51m
$56–105
Drive 230.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Townsville to South Mission Beachcar 230.4 km
2h 46m
$41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Townsville to Tullytrain Spirit of Queensland
4h 1m
$132–881
Fly, shuttle
1. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS)plane TSV - CNS
2. Take a shuttle bus from Cairns Airport to Mission Beachshuttle
5h 11m
$283–452

Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS) flights

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Distance: 239.4 km
Duration: 3h 51m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Townsville to Mission Beach 4 times a day. Tickets cost $45–85 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Townsville to Tully 4 times a week. Tickets cost $30–761 and the journey takes 3h 41m.

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