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Forster to Townsville

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Taree Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
8h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.84–$22.74
Train from Broadmeadow Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.93–$8.84
Train from Taree Station to Wauchope
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.04–$5.94
Train from Taree Station to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.56–$10.74
Train from Broadmeadow Station to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.19–$12.63

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
24h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$138.94–$366.30
Bus from Taree to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
12h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$176.83
Bus from Brisbane Airport Domestic to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.95–$31.58
Bus from Maroochydore to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
22h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$138.94–$353.67

Busways

Phone:
1300 692 929
Website:
busways.com.au/
Bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bulahdelah
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.19–$7.58
Bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Broadmeadow
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.89–$16.42

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Bulahdelah to Heatherbrae
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.16–$21.47
Bus from Taree to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
12h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.84–$82.10
Bus from Brisbane to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
23h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$107.36–$151.57

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$239.99–$821.01
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.05–$757.86

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$290.51–$821.01
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$821.01
Plane from Port Macquarie to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$290.51–$947.32
Plane from Coffs Harbour Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$353.67–$1,073.63
Plane from Tamworth to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$290.51–$884.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.46–$631.55
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.20–$884.17
Plane from Coffs Harbour Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$176.83–$593.66
Plane from Tamworth to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$517.87

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
18h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.26–$3,550.22

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Townsville is to train which costs $53.26 - $3260.87 and takes 30h.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Townsville is to bus and train and fly which takes 10h 31m and costs $119.57 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Little St At Memorial Dr and arriving at Townsville via Taree and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 2m.

How far is it from Forster to Townsville?

The distance between Forster and Townsville is 1758 km. The road distance is 1963.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Townsville without a car is to train which takes 30h and costs $53.26 - $3260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 10h 37m to get from Forster to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Townsville bus from?

Forster to Townsville bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Taree station.

Train or bus from Forster to Townsville?

The best way to get from Forster to Townsville is to train which takes 30h and costs $53.26 - $3260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $141.30 - $391.30 and takes 40h 2m.

Where does the Forster to Townsville bus arrive?

Forster to Townsville bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Forster and Townsville?

Townsville is 1h behind Forster. It is currently 15:20 in Forster and 14:20 in Townsville.

Can I drive from Forster to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Townsville is 1963 km. It takes approximately 23h 44m to drive from Forster to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 509+ hotels available in Townsville. Prices start at $57.68 per night.
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