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24 h 4 min
2069 km.
from $113
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Five ways to Travel from Sydney to Townsville

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Cheapest
By car (2 069 km)
24 h 4 min
2069 km.
from $113
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Train
33 h 46 min
1680 km.
from $1644.13
Bus
39 h 13 min
1680 km.
from $428.57
Bus, Train
38 h 15 min
1680 km.
from $296.46

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65
Bus from Brisbane to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
24h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$315.22

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:
$92.39–$130.43
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$86.96–$652.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$706.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$760.87

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 Sydney to Townsville?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Townsville is to train which costs $53.26 - $3260.87 and takes 33h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Townsville is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs $103.26 - $532.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Townsville via King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Townsville?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Townsville via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 46m.

How far is it from Sydney to Townsville?

The distance between Sydney and Townsville is 1706 km. The road distance is 2066.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Townsville without a car is to train which takes 33h 46m and costs $53.26 - $3260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Sydney to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Townsville bus from?

Sydney to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Townsville train from?

Sydney to Townsville train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Townsville?

The best way to get from Sydney to Townsville is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs $103.26 - $532.61 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $53.26 - $3260.87 and takes 33h 46m, you could also bus, which costs $173.91 - $510.87 and takes 39h 13m.

Where does the Sydney to Townsville bus arrive?

Sydney to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Townsville?

Townsville is 1h behind Sydney. It is currently 06:14 in Sydney and 05:14 in Townsville.

Where does the Sydney to Townsville train arrive?

Sydney to Townsville train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Townsville is 2067 km. It takes approximately 24h 15m to drive from Sydney 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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