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

The cheapest way to get from Proserpine to Townsville is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Proserpine to Townsville is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $13 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Proserpine and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Proserpine and arriving at Townsville. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Proserpine and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Proserpine and arriving at Townsville. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Proserpine to Townsville?

The distance between Proserpine and Townsville is 250 km. The road distance is 263.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Proserpine to Townsville without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $13 - $950.

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

The train from Proserpine to Townsville takes 3h 9m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Proserpine to Townsville bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Proserpine to Townsville train from?

Proserpine to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Proserpine station.

Train, bus or fly from Proserpine to Townsville?

The best way to get from Proserpine to Townsville is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $13 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $110 and takes 5h 5m, you could also fly, which costs $350 - $800 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Proserpine to Townsville bus arrive?

Proserpine to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Where does the Proserpine to Townsville train arrive?

Proserpine to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Proserpine to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Proserpine to Townsville is 264 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Proserpine to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 577+ hotels available in Townsville.

Proserpine to Townsville - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Proserpine to Townsville by train, bus (Greyhound), car, plane, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Proserpine to TownsvilleSpirit of Queensland
3h 9m
$13–933
Bus
1. Take the bus from Proserpine to TownsvilleCairns / ...
5h 5m
$45–110
Drive 263.8 km
1. Drive from Proserpine to Townsville263.8 km
3h 10m
$50–73
Fly
1. Fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Townsville Airport (TSV)PPP - TSV
4h 11m
$350–797
Bus via Bowen
1. Take the bus from Proserpine to BowenPm16
2. Take the bus from Bowen to TownsvillePm16
6h 5m
$59–84

Proserpine to Townsville by train

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3h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249.8 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Proserpine, QLD, Australia and Townsville, QLD, Australia?

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Proserpine to Townsville 4 times a week. Tickets cost $13–933 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Proserpine to Townsville twice daily. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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