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How to Travel from

Townsville to Canberra

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35
Train from Central Station to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.48–$5.22

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$59.78
Bus from Townsville to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
23h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$130.43–$326.09
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$206.52
Bus from Central Station to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$59.78

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
23h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$97.83–$141.30
Bus from Townsville to Aspley
Ave. Duration:
22h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$97.83–$141.30
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$33.70–$47.83
Bus from Central Station to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91
Bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Jolimont
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$41.30

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$500.00

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$315.22–$923.91

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Townsville Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$543.48

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Townsville to Roma
Ave. Duration:
19h 4m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$42.39–$3,055.14

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Canberra is to bus and train which costs $195.65 - $293.48 and takes 2 days 0h.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Canberra is to fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $141.30 - $500 .

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Canberra?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsville to Canberra. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Canberra via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 26m.

How far is it from Townsville to Canberra?

The distance between Townsville and Canberra is 1816 km. The road distance is 2178.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Canberra without a car is to train and bus which takes 38h 30m and costs $92.39 - $3152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Townsville to Canberra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Canberra bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Townsville to Canberra?

The best way to get from Townsville to Canberra is to fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $141.30 - $500 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $217.39 - $597.83 and takes 45h 26m.

Where does the Townsville to Canberra bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Townsville and Canberra?

Canberra is 1h ahead of Townsville. It is currently 21:35 in Townsville and 22:35 in Canberra.

Can I drive from Townsville to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Canberra is 2178 km. It takes approximately 25h 5m to drive from Townsville to Canberra.

Which airlines fly from Townsville Airport Airport to Canberra International Airport Airport?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas offer flights from Townsville Airport Airport to Canberra International Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 646+ hotels available in Canberra. Prices start at $66.65 per night.
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