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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Atherton to Townsville

Composite routes from Atherton to Townsville

Cheapest
4 h 14 min
Car
353 km.
from $19

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

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

Regional Express

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

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
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 Atherton to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.30–$26.09
Bus from Atherton to Smithfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$41.30

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Gordonvale to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.33–$738.80
Train from Cairns Central Station to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$789.10

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Atherton to Townsville is to drive which costs $43.48 - $65.22 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Atherton to Townsville is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Atherton and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Atherton to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Atherton and arriving at Townsville via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Atherton to Townsville?

The distance between Atherton and Townsville is 376 km. The road distance is 353.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Atherton to Townsville without a car is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs $97.83 - $869.57 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Atherton to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atherton to Townsville bus from?

Atherton to Townsville bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Atherton station.

Train or bus from Atherton to Townsville?

The best way to get from Atherton to Townsville is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs $97.83 - $869.57 . Alternatively, you can bus via Cairns, which costs $54.35 - $108.70 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Atherton to Townsville bus arrive?

Atherton to Townsville bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Atherton to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Atherton to Townsville is 353 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Atherton 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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