What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Island to Proserpine?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Island to Proserpine is to ferry and bus via Bowen which costs $150 - $180 and takes 9h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Island to Proserpine?

The fastest way to get from Palm Island to Proserpine is to ferry and train which takes 6h 56m and costs $100 - $1,100.

How far is it from Palm Island to Proserpine?

The distance between Palm Island and Proserpine is 318 km.

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

The best way to get from Palm Island to Proserpine without a car is to ferry and train which takes 6h 56m and costs $100 - $1,100.

How long does it take to get from Palm Island to Proserpine?

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Palm Island to Proserpine, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Proserpine?

There are 372+ hotels available in Proserpine.

Palm Island to Proserpine - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Palm Island to Proserpine by ferry, train, or bus

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

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Palm Island Jetty to Breakwater Ferry Terminal
2. Take the train from Townsville to ProserpineSpirit of Queensland
6h 56m
$108–1,045
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Palm Island Jetty to Breakwater Ferry Terminal
2. Take the bus from Townsville to ProserpineBrisbane
8h 2m
$139–204
Ferry, bus via Bowen
1. Take the ferry from Palm Island Jetty to Breakwater Ferry Terminal
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Bowen
3. Take the bus from Bowen to Proserpine
9h 2m
$153–179

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 318.3 km
Duration: 6h 56m

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

There is no direct connection from Palm Island to Proserpine. However, you can take the ferry to Breakwater Ferry Terminal, walk to Breakwater Terminal, take the line 201 bus to Flinders St at Townsville station, walk to Townsville, then take the train to Proserpine. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Palm Island Jetty to Proserpine via Breakwater Ferry Terminal and Townsville in around 8h 2m.

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