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Townsville to Parkes

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
13h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35
Train from Strathfield Station to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$6.52–$15.22
Train from Central Station to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
6h 31m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$6.52–$15.22
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.12–$5.98
Bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$14.13

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

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 Aspley
Ave. Duration:
22h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$97.83–$141.30
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Brisbane City to St
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$97.83
Bus from St George to Lightning
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$29.35–$41.30

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$86.96–$652.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$543.48
Plane from Townsville Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$706.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Townsville Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$597.83
Plane from Townsville Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$760.87

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
10h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$652.17

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$510.87

Train operators

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Parkes is to bus and train which costs $163.04 - $260.87 and takes 2 days 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Parkes is to fly and bus which takes 7h 52m and costs $163.04 - $543.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Parkes?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsville to Parkes station. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Parkes Station, Coach Stop via Brisbane City, St George, Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office and Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Townsville and Parkes?

No, there is no direct train from Townsville to Parkes station. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Parkes Station via Roma Street Station and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 18m.

Is there a direct flight between Townsville and Parkes?

There are no direct flights between Townsville and Parkes. The fastest has 2 changes and takes 15h 35m and costs $173.91 - $652.17 .

How far is it from Townsville to Parkes?

The distance between Townsville and Parkes is 1584 km. The road distance is 1896.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Parkes without a car is to train which takes 41h 18m and costs $59.78 - $3152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Townsville to Parkes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Parkes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Townsville to Parkes train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Townsville to Parkes?

The best way to get from Townsville to Parkes is to train which takes 41h 18m and costs $59.78 - $3152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $184.78 - $478.26 and takes 43h 35m, you could also fly, which costs $184.78 - $706.52 and takes 11h 7m.

Where does the Townsville to Parkes bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Townsville and Parkes?

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

Where does the Townsville to Parkes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Townsville to Parkes?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Parkes is 1896 km. It takes approximately 21h 39m to drive from Townsville to Parkes.

Where can I stay near Parkes?

There are 29+ hotels available in Parkes. Prices start at $59.17 per night.
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