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24 h 3 min
2071 km.
from $113
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Five ways to Travel from Townsville to Sydney

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Cheapest
By car (2 071 km)
24 h 3 min
2071 km.
from $113
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Train
34 h 14 min
1680 km.
from $1596.22
Bus
41 h 2 min
1680 km.
from $449.91
Bus via Aspley
42 h 7 min
1680 km.
from $205.59

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

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

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

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$706.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Townsville Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$760.87

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 Sydney?

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Sydney is to bus via Aspley which costs $163.04 - $239.13 and takes 42h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 2m and costs $103.26 - $532.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsville to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Central Station via Roma Street busway, platform 2 and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Townsville and Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Townsville to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Central Station via Roma Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 14m.

How far is it from Townsville to Sydney?

The distance between Townsville and Sydney is 1702 km. The road distance is 2069 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Sydney without a car is to train which takes 34h 14m and costs $53.26 - $3152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Townsville to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Sydney bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Townsville to Sydney train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Townsville to Sydney?

The best way to get from Townsville to Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 2m and costs $103.26 - $532.61 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $53.26 - $3152.17 and takes 34h 14m, you could also bus, which costs $184.78 - $532.61 and takes 41h 2m.

Where does the Townsville to Sydney bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Townsville and Sydney?

Sydney is 1h ahead of Townsville. It is currently 00:44 in Townsville and 01:44 in Sydney.

Where does the Townsville to Sydney train arrive?

Townsville to Sydney train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Townsville to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Sydney is 2069 km. It takes approximately 24h 16m to drive from Townsville to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 3559+ hotels available in Sydney. Prices start at $76 per night.
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