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Brisbane to Townsville

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$652.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$652.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$532.61

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
24h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
23h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$86.96–$130.43

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:
$41.30–$2,931.93

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Townsville?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Townsville is to bus which costs $86.96 - $304.35 and takes 24h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Townsville?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Townsville is to fly which takes 3h 36m and costs $130.43 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane (Station) and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brisbane and arriving at Townsville. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Brisbane (Station) and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Roma Street and arriving at Townsville. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 18h 40m.

How far is it from Brisbane (Station) to Townsville?

The distance between Brisbane (Station) and Townsville is 1132 km. The road distance is 1491.2 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane (Station) to Townsville without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Townsville without a car is to train which takes 18h 40m and costs $41.30 - $2934.78 .

How long does it take to get from Brisbane (Station) to Townsville?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Brisbane (Station) to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane (Station) to Townsville bus from?

Brisbane (Station) to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where do I catch the Brisbane (Station) to Townsville train from?

Brisbane (Station) to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Roma Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane (Station) to Townsville?

The best way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Townsville is to fly which takes 3h 36m and costs $130.43 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $41.30 - $2934.78 and takes 18h 40m, you could also bus, which costs $86.96 - $304.35 and takes 24h 10m.

Where does the Brisbane (Station) to Townsville bus arrive?

Brisbane (Station) to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Where does the Brisbane (Station) to Townsville train arrive?

Brisbane (Station) to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Brisbane (Station) to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane (Station) to Townsville is 1491 km. It takes approximately 17h 28m to drive from Brisbane (Station) to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 517+ hotels available in Townsville. Prices start at $55.36 per night.
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