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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cape Tribulation to Townsville

Composite routes from Cape Tribulation to Townsville

Cheapest
6 h 24 min
Car
483 km.
from $26
Other
9 h 24 min
380 km.
from $80.35
9 h 46 min
Bus, Train
380 km.
from $87.95
6 h 35 min
Bus, Plane
380 km.
from $159.25
9 h 40 min
380 km.
from $90.46
6 h 25 min
Bus, Plane
380 km.
from $332.34

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
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$413.04

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 PK's to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.83–$32.61
Bus from PK's to Smithfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.65–$30.43
Bus from PK's to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09

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 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 Cape Tribulation to Townsville?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Tribulation to Townsville is to bus which costs $53.26 - $76.09 and takes 9h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Tribulation to Townsville?

The fastest way to get from Cape Tribulation to Townsville is to bus and fly which takes 6h 25m and costs $173.91 - $489.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Cape Tribulation and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape Tribulation to Townsville. However, there are services departing from PK's and arriving at Townsville via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.

How far is it from Cape Tribulation to Townsville?

The distance between Cape Tribulation and Townsville is 524 km. The road distance is 534.1 km.

How do I travel from Cape Tribulation to Townsville without a car?

The best way to get from Cape Tribulation to Townsville without a car is to bus via Cairns which takes 9h 24m and costs $59.78 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Cape Tribulation to Townsville?

It takes approximately 9h 24m to get from Cape Tribulation to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape Tribulation to Townsville bus from?

Cape Tribulation to Townsville bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from PK's station.

Where does the Cape Tribulation to Townsville bus arrive?

Cape Tribulation to Townsville bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cairns station.

Can I drive from Cape Tribulation to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Tribulation to Townsville is 534 km. It takes approximately 9h 29m to drive from Cape Tribulation 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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