How to Travel from
Bairnsdale to Townsville
by Route or Car
Nine ways to Travel from Bairnsdale to Townsville
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Cheapest
By car (2 676 km)
30 h 45 min
2676 km.
from $147
Other
Train, Plane (Train to Melbourne Airport)
8 h 26 min
2063 km.
from $224.84
Bus, Train (Bus)
46 h 23 min
2063 km.
from $257.99
Bus
2 d 3 h 11 min
2064 km.
from $508.04
Bus, Plane (Bus to Merimbula Airport)
13 h 28 min
2063 km.
from $563.18
Bus, Plane (Bus to Canberra International Airport)
13 h 4 min
2063 km.
from $370.87
Train, Plane (Train)
14 h 8 min
2063 km.
from $387.88
Train
2 d 2 h 56 min
2064 km.
from $1770.04
Bus, Train (Bus)
2 d 4 h 14 min
2063 km.
from $347.39
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 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
SkyBus
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.13
V-Line Buses
Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Bairnsdale Station/Macleod St to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$4.58–$26.71
Bus from Bairnsdale Station/Macleod St to Jolimont
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$4.71–$26.71
Bus from Bairnsdale Station/Macleod St to Bennet
Ave. Duration:
4h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.05–$20.35
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
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$470.64
Plane from Merimbula Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$330.72–$1,144.79
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 Avalon Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
12h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$763.19
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$763.19
Plane from Merimbula Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$521.52–$1,653.58
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$330.72–$1,017.59
Plane from Avalon Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
9h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.52–$1,144.79
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.64–$763.19
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.24–$699.59
Train operators
NSW TrainLink XPT
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08
V/Line
Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Bairnsdale to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 52m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.11–$8.27
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
What is the cheapest way to get from Bairnsdale to Townsville?
The cheapest way to get from Bairnsdale to Townsville is to train and fly which costs $140.46 - $395.85 and takes 8h 26m.
How can I travel from Bairnsdale to Townsville in the fastest way possible?
The fastest way to get from Bairnsdale to Townsville is to train and fly which takes 8 hours and 26 minutes and costs $140.46 - $395.85.
Is there a direct bus route between Bairnsdale and Townsville?
No, there is no direct bus from Bairnsdale station to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Bairnsdale Station/Macleod St and arriving at Townsville via Canberra, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.
Is there no direct train service between Bairnsdale and Townsville?
No, there is no direct train service from Bairnsdale to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Bairnsdale and arriving at Townsville via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.
What is the distance between Bairnsdale and Townsville?
The distance between Bairnsdale and Townsville is 2358 km.
What is the most efficient way to travel from Bairnsdale to Townsville without a car?
The best way to get from Bairnsdale to Townsville without a car is to bus and train which takes 46 hours and 24 minutes and costs $70.23 - $3,830.79.
How long does it take to travel from Bairnsdale to Townsville?
It takes approximately 8 hours and 26 minutes to travel from Bairnsdale to Townsville, including transfers.
Where can I catch the Bairnsdale to Townsville bus from?
Bairnsdale to Townsville bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Bairnsdale Station/Macleod St.
Where do I find the train station that operates Bairnsdale to Townsville services?
Bairnsdale to Townsville train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Bairnsdale station.
Where does the Bairnsdale to Townsville bus arrive?
Bairnsdale to Townsville bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave station.
How many hours behind is Townsville compared to Bairnsdale?
Townsville is 1 hour behind Bairnsdale. It is currently 23:24 in Bairnsdale and 22:24 in Townsville.
Where does the Bairnsdale to Townsville train arrive?
Bairnsdale to Townsville train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross station.
Can you drive from Bairnsdale to Townsville?
The driving distance between Bairnsdale and Townsville is 2643 kilometers. It takes approximately 30 hours and 20 minutes to drive from Bairnsdale to Townsville.
Where can I find hotels near Townsville?
There are 509+ hotels available in Townsville. Prices start at $67.77 per night.
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