There are 2 ways to get from Townsville to Tablelands by plane or car
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Townsville Airport (TSV) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA) flights
Comparing Your Travel Options
The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Tablelands is to drive which costs $270 - $390 and takes 16h 40m.
The fastest way to get from Townsville to Tablelands is to fly and drive which takes 8h 26m and costs $410 - $1,400.
The distance between Townsville and Tablelands is 1362 km. The road distance is 1493.4 km.
It takes approximately 8h 26m to get from Townsville to Tablelands, including transfers.
Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Tablelands is 1493 km. It takes approximately 16h 40m to drive from Townsville to Tablelands.
What companies run services between Townsville, QLD, Australia and Tablelands, NT, Australia?
There is no direct connection from Townsville to Tablelands. However, you can fly to Mount Isa Airport (ISA) then drive to Tablelands. Alternatively, you can drive from Townsville to Tablelands in around 16h 40m.
- Website
- qantas.com
Flights from Townsville Airport to Mount Isa Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
- Estimated price
- $310–1,200
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