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22 h 28 min
1961 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Townsville to Forbes

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Cheapest
By car (1 961 km)
22 h 28 min
1961 km.
from $107
Other
Rideshare
22 h 28 min
1961 km.
from $25.58
Bus, Plane (Fly to Dubbo City Regional Airport)
8 h 17 min
1573 km.
from $327.35
Train
42 h 43 min
1572 km.
from $1611.98
Bus
2 d 1 h 24 min
1572 km.
from $510.61
Bus, Plane (Fly to Sydney Airport)
11 h 58 min
1573 km.
from $266.70
Bus, Plane (Fly to Orange Airport)
11 h 5 min
1573 km.
from $371.79
Bus, Plane (Fly to Canberra International Airport)
12 h 11 min
1573 km.
from $311.37
Bus via Aspley
2 d 2 h 29 min
1574 km.
from $251.78

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
13h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35
Train from Strathfield Station to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$6.52–$15.22
Train from Central Station to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
6h 31m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$6.52–$15.22
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 to Forbes
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.12–$7.07
Bus from Orange Station, Coach Bay 1 to Forbes
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.12–$7.07
Bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Cootamundra
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.12–$8.15
Bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 to Forbes
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.12–$7.61
Bus from 4612 Mitchell Hwy to Forbes
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$7.61

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
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$206.52

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
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

Australia Wide Coaches

Phone:
02 9516 1300
Email:
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Orange
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$33.70–$46.74
Bus from Central Station to Lucknow
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$32.61–$45.65

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$86.96–$652.17
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 Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$543.48
Plane from Townsville Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$706.52
Plane from Townsville Airport to Orange
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$1,032.61
Plane from Townsville Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$315.22–$923.91

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Townsville Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$597.83
Plane from Townsville Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$760.87
Plane from Townsville Airport to Orange
Ave. Duration:
7h 52m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$706.52
Plane from Townsville Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$543.48

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
10h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$652.17

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$510.87
Plane from Townsville Airport to Orange
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83

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 Forbes?

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Forbes is to train which costs $59.78 - $3152.17 and takes 42h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Forbes is to fly and bus which takes 8h 17m and costs $163.04 - $543.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Forbes?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsville to Forbes station. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Forbes Station, Coach Stop via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station and Orange Station, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.

Is there a direct flight between Townsville and Forbes?

There are no direct flights between Townsville and Forbes. The fastest has 2 changes and takes 15h 35m and costs $173.91 - $652.17 .

How far is it from Townsville to Forbes?

The distance between Townsville and Forbes is 1617 km. The road distance is 1929.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Forbes without a car is to train which takes 42h 43m and costs $59.78 - $3152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Townsville to Forbes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Forbes bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Townsville to Forbes?

The best way to get from Townsville to Forbes is to train which takes 42h 43m and costs $59.78 - $3152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $217.39 - $597.83 and takes 2 days 1h, you could also fly, which costs $195.65 - $706.52 and takes 11h 12m.

Where does the Townsville to Forbes bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Townsville and Forbes?

Forbes is 1h ahead of Townsville. It is currently 18:42 in Townsville and 19:42 in Forbes.

Can I drive from Townsville to Forbes?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Forbes is 1929 km. It takes approximately 22h 3m to drive from Townsville to Forbes.

Where can I stay near Forbes?

There are nine+ hotels available in Forbes. Prices start at $65.41 per night.
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