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Townsville to Emerald

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7 h 2 min
613 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Townsville to Emerald

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Cheapest
By car (613 km)
7 h 2 min
613 km.
from $33
Other
Rideshare
7 h 2 min
613 km.
from $8
Train
15 h 11 min
494 km.
from $1161.11
Bus
15 h 35 min
494 km.
from $193.17
Bus via Saint Lawrence
16 h 45 min
494 km.
from $112.83

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 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

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 Townsville to Emerald?

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Emerald is to drive which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Emerald is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $228.26 - $760.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Emerald?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsville to Emerald. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Emerald via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Townsville and Emerald?

No, there is no direct train from Townsville to Emerald. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Emerald via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 11m.

How far is it from Townsville to Emerald?

The distance between Townsville and Emerald is 512 km. The road distance is 613.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Emerald without a car is to train which takes 15h 11m and costs $30.43 - $2282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Townsville to Emerald, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Emerald bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Townsville to Emerald train from?

Townsville to Emerald train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Townsville station.

Train, bus or fly from Townsville to Emerald?

The best way to get from Townsville to Emerald is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $228.26 - $760.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30.43 - $2282.61 and takes 15h 11m, you could also bus, which costs $81.52 - $228.26 and takes 15h 35m.

Where does the Townsville to Emerald bus arrive?

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

Where does the Townsville to Emerald train arrive?

Townsville to Emerald train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Rockhampton station.

Can I drive from Townsville to Emerald?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Emerald is 613 km. It takes approximately 7h 18m to drive from Townsville 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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