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Three ways to Travel from Adelaide to Townsville

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Cheapest
By car (2 622 km)
30 h 15 min
2622 km.
from $144
Other
Bus
2 d 14 h 52 min
1916 km.
from $556.13
Train
3 d 4 h 24 min
1918 km.
from $4662.83

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$250.00–$923.91

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price:
$260.87–$760.87

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.17–$119.57
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65
Bus from Brisbane to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
24h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$315.22

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury
Ave. Duration:
14h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.15–$40.22

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
23h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$92.39–$130.43

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
18h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$42.39–$3,055.13

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Adelaide to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2d 8h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,364.36–$3,357.93

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Townsville is to fly which costs $184.78 - $815.22 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Townsville is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $184.78 - $815.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Townsville. However, there are services departing from 85 Franklin St and arriving at Townsville via Albury station, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 14h.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Townsville?

No, there is no direct train from Adelaide to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at Townsville via Central station, platform 1 and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 4h.

How far is it from Adelaide to Townsville?

The distance between Adelaide and Townsville is 1935 km. The road distance is 2624.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide to Townsville without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 14h and costs $217.39 - $706.52 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Adelaide to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Townsville bus from?

Adelaide to Townsville bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from 85 Franklin St station.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Townsville train from?

Adelaide to Townsville train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Great Southern, depart from Adelaide station.

Train, bus or fly from Adelaide to Townsville?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Townsville is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $184.78 - $815.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $217.39 - $706.52 and takes 2 days 14h, you could also train, which costs $1304.35 - $6521.74 and takes 3 days 4h.

Where does the Adelaide to Townsville bus arrive?

Adelaide to Townsville bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Albury Station/Hume Hwy.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Townsville?

Townsville is 30 min behind Adelaide. It is currently 15:07 in Adelaide and 14:37 in Townsville.

Where does the Adelaide to Townsville train arrive?

Adelaide to Townsville train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Great Southern, arrive at Brisbane station.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Townsville is 2624 km. It takes approximately 30h 13m to drive from Adelaide to Townsville.

Which airlines fly from Adelaide Airport Airport to Townsville Airport Airport?

Jetstar and Qantas offer flights from Adelaide Airport Airport to Townsville Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 509+ hotels available in Townsville. Prices start at $57.68 per night.
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