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How to Travel from

Townsville to Byron Bay

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17
Plane from Townsville Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83
Plane from Townsville Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$652.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17
Plane from Townsville Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83
Plane from Townsville Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$869.57

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Townsville Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83
Plane from Townsville Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
8h 35m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$652.17
Plane from Townsville Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$380.43–$869.57

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
23h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$130.43–$326.09

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09
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

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Brisbane International to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$38.04–$44.57
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$34.78–$41.30

Byron Bay Express

Phone:
+61 (0)418 364 364
Website:
byronbayexpress.com.au/
Bus from Gold Coast Airport to Byron
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.57–$25.00

Brisbane 2 Byron Express Bus

Phone:
+61 (0)2 6685 7447
Website:
brisbane2byron.com/
Bus from Brisbane International to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$39.25–$51.09
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.96–$45.48

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 Byron Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Byron Bay is to bus via Aspley which costs $108.70 - $195.65 and takes 26h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Townsville to Byron Bay?

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Byron Bay is to fly and bus which takes 6h 37m and costs $163.04 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Byron Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsville to Byron Bay station. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 15m.

How far is it from Townsville to Byron Bay?

The distance between Townsville and Byron Bay is 1315 km. The road distance is 1634.1 km.

How do I travel from Townsville to Byron Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Townsville to Byron Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 22h 19m and costs $59.78 - $3152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Townsville to Byron Bay?

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Townsville to Byron Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Byron Bay bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Townsville to Byron Bay?

The best way to get from Townsville to Byron Bay is to bus which takes 26h 15m and costs $108.70 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $173.91 - $652.17 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Townsville to Byron Bay bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Townsville and Byron Bay?

Byron Bay is 1h ahead of Townsville. It is currently 13:21 in Townsville and 14:21 in Byron Bay.

Can I drive from Townsville to Byron Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Byron Bay is 1634 km. It takes approximately 18h 57m to drive from Townsville to Byron Bay.

Where can I stay near Byron Bay?

There are 875+ hotels available in Byron Bay. Prices start at $111.30 per night.
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