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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Shute Harbour to Townsville

Composite routes from Shute Harbour to Townsville

Cheapest
4 h 3 min
Car
289 km.
from $15
Other
4 h 59 min
Bus, Train
235 km.
from $62.62
8 h 16 min
Ferry, Plane
236 km.
from $541.20

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$378.93–$694.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$593.66–$947.32

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$479.98–$694.70

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.63–$69.47

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.05–$40.42

Island Transfers

Phone:
0488 022 868
Email:
Website:
islandtransfers.com/
Other from Shute Harbour to Palm
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.83

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Proserpine to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$9.47–$675.22
Bus from Shute Harbour Jetty to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$9.47–$12.00

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Shute Harbour to Townsville?

The cheapest way to get from Shute Harbour to Townsville is to bus which costs $26.09 - $65.22 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shute Harbour to Townsville?

The fastest way to get from Shute Harbour to Townsville is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs $35.87 - $52.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Shute Harbour and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Shute Harbour to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Shute Harbour Rd near Whitsunday Dr hail 'n' ride and arriving at Townsville via Airlie Beach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Shute Harbour to Townsville?

The distance between Shute Harbour and Townsville is 288 km. The road distance is 288.4 km.

How do I travel from Shute Harbour to Townsville without a car?

The best way to get from Shute Harbour to Townsville without a car is to Railbus and train which takes 4h 59m and costs $16.30 - $652.17 .

How long does it take to get from Shute Harbour to Townsville?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Shute Harbour to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shute Harbour to Townsville bus from?

Shute Harbour to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Airlie Beach station.

Where does the Shute Harbour to Townsville bus arrive?

Shute Harbour to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Shute Harbour to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Shute Harbour to Townsville is 288 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Shute Harbour 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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