What is the cheapest way to get from Forrest Beach to Palm Island?

The cheapest way to get from Forrest Beach to Palm Island is to bus and ferry which costs $200 - $240 and takes 5h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forrest Beach to Palm Island?

The fastest way to get from Forrest Beach to Palm Island is to bus and ferry which takes 5h 8m and costs $200 - $240.

How far is it from Forrest Beach to Palm Island?

The distance between Forrest Beach and Palm Island is 196 km.

How do I travel from Forrest Beach to Palm Island without a car?

The best way to get from Forrest Beach to Palm Island without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 5h 8m and costs $200 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Forrest Beach to Palm Island?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Forrest Beach to Palm Island, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Palm Island?

There are one+ hotels available in Palm Island.

Forrest Beach to Palm Island - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and ferry

There are 2 ways to get from Forrest Beach to Palm Island by bus, ferry, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Ingham to TownsvilleTownsville / ...
2. Take the ferry from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Palm Island Jetty
5h 8m
$201–236
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ingham to TownsvilleSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the ferry from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Palm Island Jetty
5h 40m
$178–587

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 196.3 km
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Forrest Beach, QLD, Australia and Palm Island, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Forrest Beach to Palm Island. However, you can take the taxi to Ingham, take the bus to Townsville, walk to Breakwater Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Palm Island Jetty. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Forrest Beach to Palm Island Jetty via Ingham, Townsville, Flinders St at Townsville station, Breakwater Terminal, and Breakwater Ferry Terminal in around 5h 40m.

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