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Townsville to Pakenham

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$51.09

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
23h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$130.43–$326.09
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$206.52
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$11.22

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Pakenham
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$0.49–$8.15

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
23h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$97.83–$141.30
Bus from Townsville to Chermside
Ave. Duration:
22h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$97.83–$141.30

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$402.17
Plane from Townsville Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$217.39–$760.87

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$652.17
Plane from Townsville Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$228.26–$760.87

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Townsville Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$152.17

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Pakenham
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.35–$5.98

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Townsville to Roma
Ave. Duration:
19h 4m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$42.39–$3,055.14

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,183.60–$2,831.51

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Pakenham is to fly and train which costs $119.57 - $336.96 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Pakenham is to fly and train which takes 5h 29m and costs $119.57 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsville to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

Is there a direct train between Townsville and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct train from Townsville to Pakenham. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Pakenham via Roma Street Station, Central Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 52m.

How far is it from Townsville to Pakenham?

The distance between Townsville and Pakenham is 2142 km. The road distance is 2525.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Pakenham without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 47h 52m and costs $97.83 - $3260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Townsville to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Pakenham bus from?

Townsville to Pakenham bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Townsville station.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Pakenham train from?

Townsville to Pakenham train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Townsville station.

Where does the Townsville to Pakenham bus arrive?

Townsville to Pakenham bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Townsville and Pakenham?

Pakenham is 1h ahead of Townsville. It is currently 18:42 in Townsville and 19:42 in Pakenham.

Where does the Townsville to Pakenham train arrive?

Townsville to Pakenham train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Townsville to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Pakenham is 2526 km. It takes approximately 30h 1m to drive from Townsville to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 117+ hotels available in Pakenham. Prices start at $65.41 per night.
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