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Cairns Central Station to Townsville

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Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.92–$356.16

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.12–$1,017.59

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$44.52–$95.40

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$48.34

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.72–$923.43

Questions and Answers

How long does it take to get from Cairns Central Station to Townsville?

It takes 5h 55m to get from Cairns Central Station to Townsville.

What is the fastest way to travel from Cairns Central Station to Townsville?

The fastest way to travel from Cairns Central Station to Townsville is to fly which takes 2 hours and 42 minutes and costs $121.31 - $370.31.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns Central Station and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cairns and arriving at Townsville. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train service between Cairns Central Station and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct train service departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Townsville. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6 hours and 1 minute.

The distance between Cairns Central Station and Townsville is 299 kilometers. The road distance is 345.2 kilometers.

How far is it from Cairns Central Station to Townsville by road?

How can I travel from Cairns Central Station to Townsville by bus without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns Central Station to Townsville without a car is to bus via Cairns which takes 5 hours and 39 minutes and costs $44.69 - $95.77.

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The fastest way to travel from London to Paris is by plane, taking approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.

What is the price of a return ticket from London to Paris?

A return ticket from London to Paris costs £150.

Where do I catch the train from Cairns Central Station to Townsville?

Cairns Central Station to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.

What is the fastest way to travel from Cairns Central Station to Townsville?

The best way to get from Cairns Central Station to Townsville is to fly which takes 2 hours and 42 minutes and costs $121.31 - $370.31. Alternatively, you can bus via Cairns, which costs $44.69 - $95.77 and takes 5 hours and 39 minutes, you could also train, which costs $12.77 - $957.70 and takes 6 hours and 1 minute.

Cairns Central Station to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Cairns Central Station to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

** Where does the Cairns Central Station to Townsville train arrive?

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

Can you drive from Cairns Central Station to Townsville?

The driving distance between Cairns Central Station to Townsville is 345 km. It takes approximately 4 hours and 9 minutes to drive from Cairns Central Station to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 509+ hotels available in Townsville. Prices start at $67.77 per night.
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