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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Charters Towers to Emerald

Composite routes from Charters Towers to Emerald

Cheapest
5 h 30 min
Car
480 km.
from $26
Other
7 h 21 min
Bus, Plane
430 km.
from $627.30
18 h 7 min
Bus, Train
430 km.
from $201.53
18 h 25 min
429 km.
from $228.78
19 h 58 min
430 km.
from $141.87

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
5h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$336.96–$1,032.61

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Townsville Airport to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$217.39–$706.52

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Charters Towers All Souls School to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$29.35
Bus from Townsville to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$163.04
Bus from Rockhampton to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$59.78

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Blue Care Community Centre to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.83–$32.61
Bus from Blue Care Community Centre to Mater
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.74–$31.52

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
10h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.26–$76.09
Bus from Townsville to Saint
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.39–$59.78
Bus from Saint Lawrence to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$27.17

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Townsville to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
9h 39m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.74–$1,607.32
Train from Rockhampton to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$8.70–$630.12

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Charters Towers to Emerald is to drive which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charters Towers to Emerald is to drive which takes 5h 30m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Charters Towers and Emerald?

No, there is no direct bus from Charters Towers to Emerald. However, there are services departing from Charters Towers All Souls School and arriving at Emerald via Townsville and Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 25m.

How far is it from Charters Towers to Emerald?

The distance between Charters Towers and Emerald is 653 km. The road distance is 480.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Charters Towers to Emerald without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 7m and costs $53.26 - $2391.30 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Charters Towers to Emerald, including transfers.

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

Charters Towers to Emerald bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Charters Towers All Souls School station.

Where does the Charters Towers to Emerald bus arrive?

Charters Towers to Emerald bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Charters Towers to Emerald?

Yes, the driving distance between Charters Towers to Emerald is 480 km. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Charters Towers to Emerald.

Where can I stay near Emerald?

There are 23+ hotels available in Emerald. Prices start at $61.67 per night.
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