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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Parkes to Airlie Beach

Composite routes from Parkes to Airlie Beach

Cheapest
20 h 12 min
Car
1742 km.
from $95
Other
9 h 4 min
Plane
1430 km.
from $375.45
39 h 40 min
1431 km.
from $1326.49
42 h 48 min
1428 km.
from $443.39
9 h 18 min
Bus, Plane
1430 km.
from $379.40
10 h 34 min
Plane
1430 km.
from $369.36
12 h 50 min
Train, Plane
1430 km.
from $246.74
12 h 28 min
Train, Plane
1430 km.
from $251.21
2 d 11 min
Train
1428 km.
from $282.35

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Parkes Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
6h 42m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$7.58–$17.68
Train from Strathfield Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$34.10
Train from Parkes Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$7.58–$17.68
Train from Parkes Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
5h 19m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$6.32–$13.89
Train from Katoomba Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.42–$6.95
Bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Orange
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$9.47
Bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$6.95

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$227.36
Bus from Brisbane to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
19h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$119.99–$290.51
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.26–$40.42

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
19h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$126.31
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.47–$29.05
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36
Bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
19h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$94.73–$138.94

Australia Wide Coaches

Phone:
02 9516 1300
Email:
info@austwidecoaches.com.au
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Orange to Central
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$39.16–$54.31

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Orange Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$176.83–$694.70
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
Estimated price:
$176.83–$694.70
Plane from Sydney Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$107.36–$694.70
Plane from Sydney Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$821.01
Plane from Parkes to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
24h 15m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$492.61

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Orange Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
6h 52m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$176.83–$694.70
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$202.10–$757.86
Plane from Orange Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price:
$315.77–$1,010.48
Plane from Sydney Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$757.86
Plane from Sydney Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$821.01
Plane from Parkes to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
24h 15m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$492.61

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Orange Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
Estimated price:
$227.36–$757.86
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
Estimated price:
$227.36–$757.86
Plane from Orange Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Monday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$189.46–$618.92
Plane from Sydney Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.57–$757.86
Plane from Sydney Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$947.32

Train operators

Intercity Train

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Katoomba Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.84–$13.89

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
15h 21m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.42–$2,875.02

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Parkes to Airlie Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Parkes to Airlie Beach is to train and bus which costs $152.17 - $250 and takes 2 days 0h.

What is the fastest way to get from Parkes to Airlie Beach?

The fastest way to get from Parkes to Airlie Beach is to drive and fly which takes 9h 4m and costs $184.78 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Parkes and Airlie Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkes station to Airlie Beach. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Airlie Beach via Orange, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 48m.

How far is it from Parkes to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Parkes and Airlie Beach is 1588 km. The road distance is 1792.5 km.

How do I travel from Parkes to Airlie Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Parkes to Airlie Beach without a car is to train which takes 39h 40m and costs $53.26 - $2608.70 .

How long does it take to get from Parkes to Airlie Beach?

It takes approximately 9h 4m to get from Parkes to Airlie Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parkes to Airlie Beach bus from?

Parkes to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Parkes Station, Coach Stop.

Train, bus or fly from Parkes to Airlie Beach?

The best way to get from Parkes to Airlie Beach is to train which takes 39h 40m and costs $53.26 - $2608.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $184.78 - $510.87 and takes 42h 48m, you could also fly, which costs $130.43 - $467.39 and takes 26h 53m.

Where does the Parkes to Airlie Beach bus arrive?

Parkes to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Orange Station, Coach Bay 1.

What is the time difference between Parkes and Airlie Beach?

Airlie Beach is 1h behind Parkes. It is currently 07:00 in Parkes and 06:00 in Airlie Beach.

Can I drive from Parkes to Airlie Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkes to Airlie Beach is 1792 km. It takes approximately 20h 49m to drive from Parkes to Airlie Beach.

Where can I stay near Airlie Beach?

There are 348+ hotels available in Airlie Beach. Prices start at $68.52 per night.
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