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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Atherton to Charters Towers

Composite routes from Atherton to Charters Towers

Cheapest
5 h 45 min
Car
487 km.
from $26
Other
10 h 19 min
322 km.
from $710.50
11 h 55 min
Bus, Train
321 km.
from $105.11
11 h 30 min
321 km.
from $113.54
7 h 18 min
Bus, Plane
321 km.
from $303.75

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$92.39–$869.57

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Charters
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$29.35

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Atherton to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.30–$26.09
Bus from Atherton to Smithfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91
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 Cairns Central Station to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$41.30

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Gordonvale to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.33–$738.80
Train from Townsville station to Charters
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$4.57–$327.71
Train from Cairns Central Station to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$789.10

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Atherton to Charters Towers?

The cheapest way to get from Atherton to Charters Towers is to bus which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 11h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Atherton to Charters Towers?

The fastest way to get from Atherton to Charters Towers is to drive which takes 6h 1m and costs $59.78 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Atherton and Charters Towers?

No, there is no direct bus from Atherton to Charters Towers. However, there are services departing from Atherton and arriving at Charters Towers All Souls School via Cairns Central Station and Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.

How far is it from Atherton to Charters Towers?

The distance between Atherton and Charters Towers is 517 km. The road distance is 515.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Atherton to Charters Towers without a car is to train which takes 10h 19m and costs $103.26 - $1304.35 .

How long does it take to get from Atherton to Charters Towers?

It takes approximately 10h 19m to get from Atherton to Charters Towers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atherton to Charters Towers bus from?

Atherton to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Atherton station.

Train or bus from Atherton to Charters Towers?

The best way to get from Atherton to Charters Towers is to train which takes 10h 19m and costs $103.26 - $1304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Atherton to Charters Towers bus arrive?

Atherton to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Atherton to Charters Towers?

Yes, the driving distance between Atherton to Charters Towers is 516 km. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from Atherton 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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