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Townsville to Atherton

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Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$92.39–$869.57

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$38.04–$81.52

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Atherton
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.30–$26.09

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$41.30

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Townsville to Gordonvale
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.33–$738.80
Train from Townsville to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$789.10

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Atherton is to drive which costs $43.48 - $65.22 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Atherton is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Atherton?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsville to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Atherton via Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Townsville to Atherton?

The distance between Townsville and Atherton is 376 km. The road distance is 353.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Atherton without a car is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs $97.83 - $869.57 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Townsville to Atherton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Atherton bus from?

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

Train or bus from Townsville to Atherton?

The best way to get from Townsville to Atherton is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs $97.83 - $869.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $46.74 - $70.65 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Townsville to Atherton bus arrive?

Townsville to Atherton bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Townsville to Atherton?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Atherton is 353 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Townsville to Atherton.

Where can I stay near Atherton?

There are 53+ hotels available in Atherton. Prices start at $80.99 per night.
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