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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Airlie Beach to Emerald

Composite routes from Airlie Beach to Emerald

Cheapest
6 h 12 min
Car
508 km.
from $27

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$293.48–$923.91
Plane from Mackay to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$923.91
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
17h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$706.52
Plane from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$445.65

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$47.83–$103.26
Bus from Rockhampton to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$59.78
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$32.61

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$51.09
Bus from Airlie Beach to Carmila
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$32.61
Bus from Carmila to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$31.52
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 Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
6h 19m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.13–$1,026.27
Train from Rockhampton to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$8.70–$630.12

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Emerald?

The cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Emerald is to drive which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Emerald?

The fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Emerald is to drive which takes 6h 28m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Airlie Beach and Emerald?

No, there is no direct bus from Airlie Beach to Emerald. However, there are services departing from Airlie Beach and arriving at Emerald via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.

How far is it from Airlie Beach to Emerald?

The distance between Airlie Beach and Emerald is 767 km. The road distance is 509.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Emerald without a car is to bus which takes 11h 5m and costs $65.22 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Airlie Beach to Emerald?

It takes approximately 11h 5m to get from Airlie Beach to Emerald, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Airlie Beach to Emerald bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Airlie Beach to Emerald?

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Emerald is to bus which takes 11h 5m and costs $65.22 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30.43 - $1739.13 and takes 13h 21m, you could also fly, which costs $326.09 - $978.26 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Airlie Beach to Emerald bus arrive?

Airlie Beach to Emerald bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Rockhampton station.

Can I drive from Airlie Beach to Emerald?

Yes, the driving distance between Airlie Beach to Emerald is 509 km. It takes approximately 6h 28m to drive from Airlie Beach to Emerald.

Where can I stay near Emerald?

There are 23+ hotels available in Emerald. Prices start at $61.67 per night.
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