How to Travel from
Canberra to Townsville
by Route or Car
Eleven ways to Travel from Canberra to Townsville
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 210 km)
25 h 30 min
2210 km.
from $121
Other
Train
38 h 54 min
1797 km.
from $1655.25
Bus (Bus)
44 h 50 min
1797 km.
from $495.68
Train, Plane
8 h 7 min
1798 km.
from $262.24
Plane (Drive to Orange Airport)
8 h 18 min
1798 km.
from $424.70
Bus, Train (Bus)
45 h 53 min
1798 km.
from $340.24
Bus, Train (Bus)
38 h 16 min
1794 km.
from $282.61
Bus (Bus)
43 h 43 min
1794 km.
from $491.84
Bus, Plane
7 h 1 min
1795 km.
from $281.10
Plane (Drive to Orange Airport)
8 h 14 min
1795 km.
from $424.02
Bus, Train (Bus)
44 h 34 min
1794 km.
from $338.49
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Canberra Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.36–$13.99
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Train from Canberra Station to Campbelltown
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.98–$12.08
Train from Wollongong Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.07–$6.11
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.89–$69.96
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$228.96
Bus from Brisbane to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
24h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$368.88
Bus from Canberra to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.39–$69.51
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Brisbane to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
23h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.12–$152.64
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12
Murrays Coaches
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.70–$57.24
Bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.34–$48.34
Bus from Canberra to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.18–$55.61
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$699.59
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.76–$763.19
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$330.72–$1,017.59
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$826.79
Plane from Orange Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$356.16–$1,081.19
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.24–$699.59
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$890.39
Plane from Orange Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
7h 3m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$763.19
Train operators
Queensland Rail Travel
Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
18h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.61–$3,575.20
Questions and Answers
How much does it cost to travel from Canberra (Station) to Townsville by train?
$63.85 - $3,830.79
How long does it take to fly from Canberra (Station) to Townsville?
The fastest way to get from Canberra (Station) to Townsville is to fly which takes 6h 57m and costs $229.85 - $766.16.
Is it possible to travel directly from Canberra (Station) to Townsville?
No, there is no direct bus from Canberra (Station) to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Wentworth Av opp Canberra Railway Stn and arriving at Townsville via Canberra, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 hours and 50 minutes.
Canberra (Station) and Townsville have direct train service?
No, there is no direct train from Canberra (Station) station to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Townsville via Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38 hours and 54 minutes.
Does Canberra (Station) have direct flights to Townsville?
No, there are no direct flights between Canberra (Station) and Townsville. The fastest has one change and takes 4 hours and 40 minutes and costs $217.08 - $702.31.
How far is Canberra (Station) from Townsville by road?
The distance between Canberra (Station) and Townsville is 2179.1 km.
What is the best way to travel from Canberra (Station) to Townsville without a car?
The best way to get from Canberra (Station) to Townsville without a car is to train which takes 38 hours and 54 minutes and costs $63.85 - $3,830.79.
Canberra (Station) to Townsville travel time is how long?
It takes approximately 6 hours 57 minutes to get from Canberra (Station) to Townsville, including transfers.
Canberra (Station) to Townsville bus from where?
Canberra (Station) to Townsville bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Canberra station.
Where can I catch the Canberra (Station) to Townsville train from?
Canberra (Station) to Townsville train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Canberra Station.
What is the best way to travel from Canberra (Station) to Townsville?
The best way to get from Canberra (Station) to Townsville is to fly which takes 6h 57m and costs $229.85 - $766.16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $63.85 - $3,830.79 and takes 38h 54m, you could also bus, which costs $242.62 - $702.31 and takes 44h 50m.
Where does the Murrays Coaches Canberra (Station) to Townsville bus arrive?
Central Station.
How much time does it take to travel between Canberra (Station) and Townsville?
Townsville is 1 hour behind Canberra (Station). It is currently 21:26 in Canberra (Station) and 20:26 in Townsville.
Canberra (Station) to Townsville train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station.
Canberra (Station) to Townsville train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station.
Can you drive from Canberra (Station) to Townsville?
Yes, the driving distance between Canberra (Station) and Townsville is 2179 km. It takes approximately 25 hours and 7 minutes to drive from Canberra (Station) to Townsville.
Where can I find accommodation near Townsville?
There are 509+ hotels available in Townsville. Prices start at $67.77 per night.
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