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Ipswich to Parkes

Updated: March 13, 2024 11:03 PM
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Ipswich to Parkes - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of both Ipswich and Parkes is English.

Currency

The official currency of both Ipswich and Parkes is the Australian Dollar (AUD).

Distance

The distance between Ipswich and Parkes is approximately 720 kilometers or 447 miles.

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Parkes from Ipswich:

  • By plane: The closest airport to Parkes is Parkes Airport (PKE). There are no direct flights from Ipswich to Parkes, so you will need to connect through another city, such as Sydney or Brisbane.
  • By train: There is no direct train service from Ipswich to Parkes. You can take a train from Ipswich to Sydney, and then transfer to a train to Parkes.
  • By bus: There are several bus companies that operate services between Ipswich and Parkes. The journey takes approximately 12 hours.
  • By car: The drive from Ipswich to Parkes takes approximately 8 hours.

Expenses

The cost of travel between Ipswich and Parkes will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. Here are some approximate costs:

Mode of Transportation Cost
Plane $200 - $400
Train $150 - $250
Bus $100 - $150
Car $150 - $200 (including gas and tolls)

Best time to go

The best time to visit Parkes is during the spring or fall, when the weather is mild and pleasant. However, Parkes can be visited year-round, as the climate is generally temperate.

What to Eat

Parkes is home to a variety of restaurants and cafes that offer a wide range of cuisines. Some of the most popular dishes in Parkes include:

  • Lamb chops
  • Kangaroo steak
  • Barramundi
  • Pavlova
  • Lamingtons

Where to Go

There are several things to see and do in Parkes, including:

  • The Parkes Observatory
  • The Parkes Radio Telescope
  • The Parkes Elvis Festival
  • The Parkes Shire Museum
  • The Parkes Botanic Garden

FAQ

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about travel between Ipswich and Parkes:

  1. What is the distance between Ipswich and Parkes?
  2. The distance between Ipswich and Parkes is approximately 720 kilometers or 447 miles.

  3. How long does it take to get from Ipswich to Parkes?
  4. The travel time between Ipswich and Parkes will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. By plane, it takes approximately 2 hours. By train, it takes approximately 10 hours. By bus, it takes approximately 12 hours. By car, it takes approximately 8 hours.

  5. What is the cost of travel between Ipswich and Parkes?
  6. The cost of travel between Ipswich and Parkes will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. Here are some approximate costs:

    Mode of Transportation Cost
    Plane $200 - $400
    Train $150 - $250
    Bus $100 - $150
    Car $150 - $200 (including gas and tolls)
  7. What is the best time to visit Parkes?
  8. The best time to visit Parkes is during the spring or fall, when the weather is mild and pleasant. However, Parkes can be visited year-round, as the climate is generally temperate.

  9. What are some things to do in Parkes?
  10. There are several things to see and do in Parkes, including:

    • The Parkes Observatory
    • The Parkes Radio Telescope
    • The Parkes Elvis Festival
    • The Parkes Shire Museum
    • The Parkes Botanic Garden

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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