What is the best way to travel from Rockhampton to Townsville?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Townsville from Rockhampton. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Townsville from Rockhampton?
You can get to Townsville with just $6 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Greyhound Australia14h 20m010:20 PMRockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop12:40 PMTownsvilleBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/15/2025 10:20:00 PM to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 12/16/2025 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $153 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 20m
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Greyhound Australia10h 40m02:00 AMRockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop12:40 PMTownsvilleBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/15/2025 2:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 12/15/2025 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $180 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
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Greyhound Australia10h 40m02:00 AMRockhamptonCentral Station12:40 PMTownsvilleBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/15/2025 2:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 12/15/2025 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $181 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
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Greyhound Australia12h 20m02:00 AMRockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop2:20 PMTownsvilleBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/15/2025 2:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 12/15/2025 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $188 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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Greyhound Australia10h 40m02:00 AMRockhamptonCentral Station12:40 PMTownsvilleBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/18/2025 2:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 12/18/2025 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $109 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus9h 50m02:30 AMRockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop12:20 PMTownsvilleBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/19/2025 2:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 12/19/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
Cheapest Buses Friday
What are the fastest trips from Rockhampton to Townsville?
You can get to Townsville from Rockhampton in just 9h 50m with a Bus from FlixBus. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Greyhound Australia10h 40m02:00 AMRockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop12:40 PMTownsvilleBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/15/2025 2:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 12/15/2025 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $180 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
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Greyhound Australia10h 40m02:00 AMRockhamptonCentral Station12:40 PMTownsvilleBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/15/2025 2:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 12/15/2025 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $181 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
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Greyhound Australia12h 20m02:00 AMRockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop2:20 PMTownsvilleBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/15/2025 2:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 12/15/2025 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $188 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m
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Greyhound Australia14h 20m010:20 PMRockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop12:40 PMTownsvilleBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/15/2025 10:20:00 PM to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 12/16/2025 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $153 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 20m
Fastest Buses Monday
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Greyhound Australia10h 40m02:00 AMRockhamptonCentral Station12:40 PMTownsvilleBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/18/2025 2:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 12/18/2025 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $109 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus9h 50m02:30 AMRockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop12:20 PMTownsvilleBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/19/2025 2:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 12/19/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
Fastest Buses Friday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Rockhampton to Townsville
What are the most popular stations in Rockhampton and Townsville?
In Rockhampton, you will usually depart from Central Station, Y Motels Rockhampton or Angas St at Rockhampton Girls Grammar Bus Stop, while in Townsville you will be arriving at Bus Stop, Flinders St at Wickham Street Bus Stop or Sturt Street Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Townsville from Rockhampton? With 2 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Rockhampton and Townsville, you can pay as low as $6 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from FlixBus: you will get to Townsville in just 9h 50m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Rockhampton and Townsville are Greyhound Australia and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Rockhampton and Townsville is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Rockhampton Airport or to Castle Hill, and look at flights from Rockhampton Airport, and landing at Townsville Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Rockhampton to Townsville?
The most popular companies between Rockhampton and Townsville, are Greyhound Australia and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Greyhound Australia and FlixBus
All you need to know when you travel from Rockhampton to Townsville
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Rockhampton to Townsville. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Rockhampton to Townsville
How can I reach Townsville from Rockhampton?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Townsville from Rockhampton.
How far is Townsville from Rockhampton?
The distance between Rockhampton and Townsville is 370.9 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Rockhampton and Townsville?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 16 kgs of CO2, a train 21 kgs, a car 101 kgs, and a flight 147 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Rockhampton to Townsville?
You can get to Townsville with just $6 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Rockhampton to Townsville?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Townsville in just 9h 50m with a Bus from FlixBus.
More routes to Rockhampton and to Townsville
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Rockhampton and to Townsville. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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