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

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Proserpine is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Proserpine is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs $13 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Proserpine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Townsville and arriving at Proserpine. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Townsville and Proserpine?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Townsville and arriving at Proserpine. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Townsville to Proserpine?

The distance between Townsville and Proserpine is 250 km. The road distance is 264 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Proserpine without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs $13 - $950.

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

The train from Townsville to Proserpine takes 3h 10m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Proserpine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Townsville to Proserpine train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Townsville to Proserpine?

The best way to get from Townsville to Proserpine is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs $13 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $110 and takes 4h 40m, you could also fly, which costs $350 - $750 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Townsville to Proserpine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Townsville to Proserpine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Townsville to Proserpine?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Proserpine is 264 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Townsville to Proserpine.

Where can I stay near Proserpine?

There are 375+ hotels available in Proserpine.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Townsville to Proserpine 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 Townsville to Proserpinetrain Spirit of Queensland
3h 10m
$13–933
Bus
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Proserpinebus Brisbane
4h 40m
$45–110
Drive 264 km
1. Drive from Townsville to Proserpinecar 264 km
3h 11m
$49–70
Fly
1. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane TSV - PPP
4h 26m
$358–749
Bus via Bowen
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Bowenbus Pm19
2. Take the bus from Bowen to Proserpinebus Pm19
5h 40m
$59–84

Townsville to Proserpine by train

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3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249.8 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Townsville to Proserpine 4 times a week. Tickets cost $13–933 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Townsville to Proserpine 3 times a day. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 4h 40m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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