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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Macksville to Townsville

Composite routes from Macksville to Townsville

Cheapest
21 h 22 min
Car
1806 km.
from $99
Other
6 h 59 min
Bus, Plane
1411 km.
from $334.89
25 h 59 min
1412 km.
from $1632.26
33 h 29 min
1412 km.
from $223.65
8 h 44 min
Bus, Plane
1411 km.
from $346.76
10 h 12 min
Bus, Plane
1411 km.
from $363.48
10 h 10 min
Train, Plane
1411 km.
from $239.51
38 h 26 min
1410 km.
from $408.49

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Macksville Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
6h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.52–$15.22
Bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to Roma
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$9.78
Bus from Winifred St At Cooper St to Smith
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$3.91

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
24h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$315.22
Bus from Nambucca Heads to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.91–$108.70
Bus from Brisbane Airport Domestic to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$27.17
Bus from Maroochydore to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
22h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35

Busways

Phone:
1300 692 929
Website:
busways.com.au/
Bus from Macksville Post Office, Cooper St to Toormina
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$4.89–$5.98
Bus from Belgrave St After Stuart St to Port
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.24–$5.43

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Macksville to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.00–$33.70
Bus from Brisbane to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
23h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$92.39–$130.43

Dorrigo Transit

Phone:
+61 (0)2 5625 0065
Email:
admin@dorrigotransit.com.au
Website:
dorrigotransit.com.au/index.html
Bus from Urunga Station to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$47.83–$65.22

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Coffs Harbour Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$304.35–$923.91
Plane from Port Macquarie to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$250.00–$815.22
Plane from Armidale to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$282.61–$869.57
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Coffs Harbour Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$510.87
Plane from Armidale to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$489.13
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Macksville to Townsville is to bus via Lismore which costs $108.70 - $358.70 and takes 33h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macksville to Townsville is to bus and fly which takes 6h 59m and costs $163.04 - $532.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Macksville and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Macksville to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Macksville and arriving at Townsville via Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Macksville and Townsville?

No, there is no direct train from Macksville station to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Macksville Station and arriving at Townsville via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 59m.

How far is it from Macksville to Townsville?

The distance between Macksville and Townsville is 1459 km. The road distance is 1867.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Macksville to Townsville without a car is to train which takes 25h 59m and costs $48.91 - $3260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Macksville to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macksville to Townsville bus from?

Macksville to Townsville bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Macksville station.

Where do I catch the Macksville to Townsville train from?

Macksville to Townsville train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Macksville Station.

Train or bus from Macksville to Townsville?

The best way to get from Macksville to Townsville is to train which takes 25h 59m and costs $48.91 - $3260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus via Lismore, which costs $108.70 - $358.70 and takes 33h 29m.

Where does the Macksville to Townsville bus arrive?

Macksville to Townsville bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Lismore station.

What is the time difference between Macksville and Townsville?

Townsville is 1h behind Macksville. It is currently 21:38 in Macksville and 20:38 in Townsville.

Where does the Macksville to Townsville train arrive?

Macksville to Townsville train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Macksville to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Macksville to Townsville is 1867 km. It takes approximately 21h 54m to drive from Macksville to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

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