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Gold Coast to Townsville

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17 h 38 min
1444 km.
from $79
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Seven ways to Travel from Gold Coast to Townsville

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Cheapest
By car (1 444 km)
17 h 38 min
1444 km.
from $79
Fastest
Plane to Townsville
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Other
Rideshare
17 h 38 min
1444 km.
from $18.83
Train, Plane
5 h 32 min
1181 km.
from $236.14
Train
21 h 31 min
1182 km.
from $1625.83
Bus
26 h 30 min
1182 km.
from $273.65
Train, Bus
29 h 23 min
1182 km.
from $327.49

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.13–$19.57
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.15–$4.46
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Domestic
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.13–$19.57

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–$315.22
Bus from Brisbane Airport Domestic to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$27.17
Bus from Maroochydore to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
22h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$19.57
Bus from Brisbane to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
23h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$92.39–$130.43

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 52m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$652.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$652.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83

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:
$42.39–$3,055.13

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Townsville?

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Townsville is to bus which costs $103.26 - $336.96 and takes 26h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Townsville?

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Townsville is to train and fly which takes 5h 32m and costs $141.30 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Townsville via Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Townsville?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Townsville via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 31m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Townsville?

The distance between Gold Coast and Townsville is 1216 km. The road distance is 1546.2 km.

How do I travel from Gold Coast to Townsville without a car?

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Townsville without a car is to train which takes 21h 31m and costs $46.74 - $3260.87 .

How long does it take to get from Gold Coast to Townsville?

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Gold Coast to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to Townsville bus from?

Gold Coast to Townsville bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to Townsville train from?

Gold Coast to Townsville train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train, bus or fly from Gold Coast to Townsville?

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Townsville is to train which takes 21h 31m and costs $46.74 - $3260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $103.26 - $336.96 and takes 26h 30m, you could also fly, which costs $152.17 - $456.52 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Gold Coast to Townsville bus arrive?

Gold Coast to Townsville bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

Where does the Gold Coast to Townsville train arrive?

Gold Coast to Townsville train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Townsville is 1546 km. It takes approximately 18h 3m to drive from Gold Coast 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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