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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Blackwater to Townsville

Composite routes from Blackwater to Townsville

Cheapest
7 h 49 min
Car
686 km.
from $37
Other
6 h 22 min
Bus, Plane
524 km.
from $539
14 h 31 min
524 km.
from $1070.35
13 h 21 min
Bus, Train
524 km.
from $150.36
14 h 50 min
524 km.
from $180.07

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Emerald Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.48–$923.91

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Emerald Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$184.78–$597.83

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Blackwater to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$21.74
Bus from Blackwater to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$41.30
Bus from Rockhampton to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
11h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$163.04

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Rockhampton to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
10h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.26–$76.09

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Rockhampton to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
9h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.74–$1,607.32
Train from Blackwater to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$5.98–$453.99

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Blackwater to Townsville?

The cheapest way to get from Blackwater to Townsville is to drive which costs $81.52 - $130.43 and takes 8h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackwater to Townsville?

The fastest way to get from Blackwater to Townsville is to bus and fly which takes 6h 22m and costs $206.52 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Blackwater and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackwater to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Blackwater and arriving at Townsville via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Blackwater and Townsville?

No, there is no direct train from Blackwater to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Blackwater and arriving at Townsville via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 31m.

How far is it from Blackwater to Townsville?

The distance between Blackwater and Townsville is 587 km. The road distance is 688.9 km.

How do I travel from Blackwater to Townsville without a car?

The best way to get from Blackwater to Townsville without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 21m and costs $45.65 - $1739.13 .

How long does it take to get from Blackwater to Townsville?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Blackwater to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackwater to Townsville bus from?

Blackwater to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Blackwater station.

Where do I catch the Blackwater to Townsville train from?

Blackwater to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Blackwater station.

Train or bus from Blackwater to Townsville?

The best way to get from Blackwater to Townsville is to bus which takes 14h 50m and costs $76.09 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $27.17 - $2173.91 and takes 14h 31m.

Where does the Blackwater to Townsville bus arrive?

Blackwater to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Rockhampton station.

Where does the Blackwater to Townsville train arrive?

Blackwater to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Rockhampton station.

Can I drive from Blackwater to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackwater to Townsville is 689 km. It takes approximately 8h 17m to drive from Blackwater to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 509+ hotels available in Townsville. Prices start at $57.68 per night.
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