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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Sydney to Townsville from various bus operators like Greyhound Australia or FlixBus for the next days.

today
$146
tomorrow
Monday
$576
Tuesday
$146
Wednesday
$146
Thursday
$578
Friday
$160

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 43h 20m 5:20 PM Sydney Central Bus Station 12:40 PM Townsville Bus Stop  Economy $146
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sydney to Townsville via Rockhampton, you can save more than $30? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      43h 20m
      0
      5:20 PM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      2:15 AM
      Rockhampton
      George Street Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $68
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      10h 10m
      0
      2:30 AM
      Rockhampton
      George Street Bus Stop
      12:40 PM
      Townsville
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $49
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $30

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound Australia 42h 40m 6:00 PM Sydney Central Bus Station 12:40 PM Townsville Bus Stop  Economy $576
Greyhound Australia 41h 50m 8:30 PM Sydney Central Bus Station 2:20 PM Townsville Bus Stop  Economy $576
Greyhound Australia 44h 20m 6:00 PM Sydney Central Bus Station 2:20 PM Townsville Bus Stop  Economy $589
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sydney to Townsville via Rockhampton, you can save more than $460? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      43h 20m
      0
      5:20 PM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      2:15 AM
      Rockhampton
      George Street Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $68
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      10h 10m
      0
      2:30 AM
      Rockhampton
      George Street Bus Stop
      12:40 PM
      Townsville
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $49
    Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save $460

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 43h 20m 5:20 PM Sydney Central Bus Station 12:40 PM Townsville Bus Stop  Economy $146
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sydney to Townsville via Rockhampton, you can save more than $30? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      43h 20m
      0
      5:20 PM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      2:15 AM
      Rockhampton
      George Street Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $68
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      10h 10m
      0
      2:30 AM
      Rockhampton
      George Street Bus Stop
      12:40 PM
      Townsville
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $49
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $30

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 43h 20m 5:20 PM Sydney Central Bus Station 12:40 PM Townsville Bus Stop  Economy $146
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sydney to Townsville via Rockhampton, you can save more than $30? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      43h 20m
      0
      5:20 PM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      2:15 AM
      Rockhampton
      George Street Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $68
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      10h 10m
      0
      2:30 AM
      Rockhampton
      George Street Bus Stop
      12:40 PM
      Townsville
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $49
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $30

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound Australia 42h 40m 6:00 PM Sydney Central Bus Station 12:40 PM Townsville Bus Stop  Economy $578
Greyhound Australia 41h 50m 8:30 PM Sydney Central Bus Station 2:20 PM Townsville Bus Stop  Economy $578
Greyhound Australia 44h 20m 6:00 PM Sydney Central Bus Station 2:20 PM Townsville Bus Stop  Economy $591
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sydney to Townsville via Rockhampton, you can save more than $462? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      43h 20m
      0
      5:20 PM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      2:15 AM
      Rockhampton
      George Street Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $68
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      10h 10m
      0
      2:30 AM
      Rockhampton
      George Street Bus Stop
      12:40 PM
      Townsville
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $49
    Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save $462

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 43h 20m 5:20 PM Sydney Central Bus Station 12:40 PM Townsville Bus Stop  Economy $160
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sydney to Townsville via Rockhampton, you can save more than $44? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      43h 20m
      0
      5:20 PM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      2:15 AM
      Rockhampton
      George Street Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $68
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      10h 10m
      0
      2:30 AM
      Rockhampton
      George Street Bus Stop
      12:40 PM
      Townsville
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $49
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $44

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Sydney to Townsville is $146 on 6/15/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Sydney and Townsville

See here how frequent the connections between Sydney and Townsville are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Sydney to Townsville. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Sydney and Townsville.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 6 buses from Sydney to Townsville, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Sydney and Townsville, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Sydney to Townsville

Compare all providers like Greyhound Australia and FlixBus that travel 1 times every day by bus from Sydney to Townsville in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sydney to Townsville starting from $146!

Cheapest Bus $146
Fastest Bus 41h 50m
Earliest Bus 5:20 PM
Latest Bus 5:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes 1 Ø
Distance 1,044.9 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound Australia and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Sydney to Townsville

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave Sydney for Townsville: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/20/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/14
Monday 06/15
Tuesday 06/16
Wednesday 06/17
Thursday 06/18
Friday 06/19
Saturday 06/20
$146
Sunday 06/21
Monday 06/22
$245
Tuesday 06/23
$146
Wednesday 06/24
$146
Thursday 06/25
$246
Friday 06/26
$160
Saturday 06/27
$245
Sunday 06/28
$246
Monday 06/29
$242
Tuesday 06/30
Wednesday 07/01
Thursday 07/02
Friday 07/03
Saturday 07/04
Sunday 07/05
Monday 07/06
Tuesday 07/07
Wednesday 07/08
Thursday 07/09
$175
Friday 07/10
$241
Saturday 07/11

The cheapest time to travel from Sydney to Townsville

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sydney to Townsville, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $144, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Sydney to Townsville. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $177.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sydney to Townsville, with $146. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $576.

How to save money travelling from Sydney to Townsville

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Sydney to Townsville in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Sydney to Townsville, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Sydney to Townsville are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Sydney to Townsville

These are the most booked bus companies between Sydney to Townsville from our users.

FlixBus from Sydney to Townsville

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Sydney to Townsville:

Cheapest Price $146
Fastest Bus 43h 20m
Earliest Bus 5:20 PM
Last Bus 5:20 PM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 5/26/2026

All bus stations and stops in Sydney and Townsville

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Sydney and Townsville.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sydney to Townsville

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Sydney to Townsville? Or which bus companies serve the route Sydney to Townsville? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Sydney to Townsville bus

How much does a Sydney Townsville bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $146 and takes 43h 20m to reach Townsville. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Sydney to Townsville?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $146 and $591. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Townsville.

On average, how many connections are available from Sydney to Townsville each day?

Every day, the Sydney to Townsville bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Sydney to Townsville take?

The fastest bus from Sydney to Townsville is offered by Greyhound Australia and takes 41h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $576. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sydney to Townsville?

The earliest bus arriving in Townsville from Sydney starts at 5:20 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Sydney to Townsville?

The latest bus trip departing from Sydney for Townsville starts at 5:20 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Sydney Townsville route?

When traveling by bus from Sydney to Townsville, passengers can travel with Greyhound Australia and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Townsville?

You can check all the direct connections between Sydney and Townsville by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound Australia and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Sydney to Townsville bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Sydney Townsville bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Sydney Townsville bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Sydney to Townsville on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Sydney to Townsville?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 1 daily trips between Sydney and Townsville. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Sydney to Townsville?

Prices and availability for 1 trips between Sydney and Townsville change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Sydney to Townsville

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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