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29 h 24 min
2463 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Townsville to Melbourne

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Cheapest
By car (2 463 km)
29 h 24 min
2463 km.
from $135
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Train via Sydney
46 h 4 min
2070 km.
from $300.70
Bus
2 d 5 h 17 min
2070 km.
from $579.26
Train
2 d 22 h 39 min
2070 km.
from $5158.67
Bus, Train
3 d 3 h 38 min
2070 km.
from $2506.63

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

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$51.09

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
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78

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 Chermside
Ave. Duration:
22h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$97.83–$141.30

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$402.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$652.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Townsville Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$152.17

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

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,183.60–$2,831.51

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Melbourne is to fly which costs $108.70 - $336.96 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs $108.70 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsville to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

Is there a direct train between Townsville and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Townsville to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Southern Cross via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 4m.

Is there a direct flight between Townsville and Melbourne?

Yes, there are direct flights between Townsville and Melbourne; these take 3h 5m and cost $97.83 - $304.35 .

How far is it from Townsville to Melbourne?

The distance between Townsville and Melbourne is 2084 km. The road distance is 2469.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Melbourne without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 46h 4m and costs $92.39 - $3260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Townsville to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Townsville to Melbourne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Townsville to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Townsville to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs $108.70 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $92.39 - $3260.87 and takes 46h 4m, you could also bus, which costs $217.39 - $760.87 and takes 2 days 5h.

Where does the Townsville to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Townsville and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h ahead of Townsville. It is currently 18:12 in Townsville and 19:12 in Melbourne.

Where does the Townsville to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Townsville to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Melbourne is 2470 km. It takes approximately 29h 20m to drive from Townsville to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4420+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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