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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers

Composite routes from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers

Cheapest
4 h 41 min
Car
351 km.
from $19

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$326.09–$597.83

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$478.26
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$510.87–$815.22

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$413.04–$597.83

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$31.52–$59.78
Bus from Townsville to Charters
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$29.35
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$32.61

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Townsville station to Blue
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.74–$32.61

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.00–$34.78
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Proserpine to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.15–$581.05
Train from Townsville station to Charters
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$4.57–$327.71

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers?

The cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers is to drive which costs $43.48 - $65.22 and takes 5h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers?

The fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers is to drive which takes 5h 2m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Airlie Beach and Charters Towers?

No, there is no direct bus from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers. However, there are services departing from Airlie Beach and arriving at Charters Towers All Souls School via Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers?

The distance between Airlie Beach and Charters Towers is 421 km. The road distance is 351.8 km.

How do I travel from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers without a car?

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers without a car is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs $43.48 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers?

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Airlie Beach to Charters Towers bus from?

Airlie Beach to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Airlie Beach station.

Train or bus from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers?

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs $43.48 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14.13 - $978.26 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Airlie Beach to Charters Towers bus arrive?

Airlie Beach to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers?

Yes, the driving distance between Airlie Beach to Charters Towers is 352 km. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Airlie Beach to Charters Towers.

Where can I stay near Charters Towers?

There are 11+ hotels available in Charters Towers. Prices start at $64.78 per night.
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