Things to do
Getting here
Magnetic Island is located approximately 8km north of Townsville and is easily accessible by passenger ferry or car barge.
Make sure you double check the location of where your ferry or barge departs Townsville on the interactive map below.
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Passenger ferry
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The SeaLink passenger ferry takes around 20 minutes and runs day and night. Located at Breakwater Terminal, Sir Leslie Thiess Dr, Townsville.
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Check out the SeaLink website for ferry timetables and prices www.sealinkqld.com.au/ferry/timetables/magnetic-island
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Car barge
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The Magnetic Island Ferries car barge takes around 40 minutes. Walk on passengers welcomed. Located at Ross Street, South Townsville.
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Check out the Magnetic Island Ferries website for barge timetables and prices https://magneticislandferries.com.au/
Map of ferry & barge locations
Airport transfers
The SeaLink passenger ferry and Magnetic Island Ferries car barge are about 15 minutes drive from the airport. Taxis and Ubers are available at the airport for direct transfers.
The Townsville City Shuttle also operates Mon-Fri between the airport and SeaLink passenger ferry. Booking recommended- call 0478160036.
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