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Townsville to Adelaide

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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 Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00

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 Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.17–$119.57

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.15–$40.22

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
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 Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$250.00–$923.91

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price:
$260.87–$760.87

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Townsville Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$336.96–$1,413.04

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$652.17–$2,391.30

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)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,364.36–$3,357.93

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Adelaide is to fly which costs $184.78 - $815.22 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Adelaide is to fly which takes 3h 49m and costs $184.78 - $815.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Townsville to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at 85 Franklin St via Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre, Brisbane, Central Station and Albury Station/Hume Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 16h.

Is there a direct train between Townsville and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct train from Townsville to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Adelaide Parklands via Roma Street Station and Sydney Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 13h.

How far is it from Townsville to Adelaide?

The distance between Townsville and Adelaide is 1935 km. The road distance is 2622.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Adelaide without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 13h and costs $706.52 - $5978.26 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Townsville to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Adelaide bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Townsville to Adelaide train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Townsville to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Townsville to Adelaide is to fly which takes 3h 49m and costs $184.78 - $815.22 . Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $706.52 - $5978.26 and takes 2 days 13h, you could also bus, which costs $228.26 - $706.52 and takes 2 days 16h.

Where does the Townsville to Adelaide bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Townsville and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min ahead of Townsville. It is currently 14:33 in Townsville and 15:03 in Adelaide.

Where does the Townsville to Adelaide train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Townsville to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Adelaide is 2623 km. It takes approximately 30h 13m to drive from Townsville to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1089+ hotels available in Adelaide. Prices start at $56.07 per night.
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