What is the cheapest way to get from Garbutt to Cardwell?

The cheapest way to get from Garbutt to Cardwell is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Garbutt to Cardwell?

The fastest way to get from Garbutt to Cardwell is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Garbutt and Cardwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Garbutt to Cardwell. However, there are services departing from Peel St at Lancaster Street and arriving at Cardwell via Townsville City bus hub Stop A and Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Garbutt to Cardwell?

The distance between Garbutt and Cardwell is 176 km. The road distance is 160.1 km.

How do I travel from Garbutt to Cardwell without a car?

The best way to get from Garbutt to Cardwell without a car is to bus which takes 3h 46m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Garbutt to Cardwell?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Garbutt to Cardwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Garbutt to Cardwell bus from?

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

Train or bus from Garbutt to Cardwell?

The best way to get from Garbutt to Cardwell is to bus which takes 3h 46m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9 - $600 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Garbutt to Cardwell bus arrive?

Garbutt to Cardwell bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Cardwell station.

Can I drive from Garbutt to Cardwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Garbutt to Cardwell is 160 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Garbutt to Cardwell.

Where can I stay near Cardwell?

There are nine+ hotels available in Cardwell.

Garbutt to Cardwell - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Garbutt to Cardwell by bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Garbutt to Cardwell by bus

32Weekly Buses

3h 46mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176 km
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Garbutt, QLD, Australia and Cardwell, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Townsville to Cardwell 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Townsville to Cardwell 4 times a week. Tickets cost $8–600 and the journey takes 2h 54m.

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