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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Airlie Beach to Townsville
Cheapest price
50S$
Average price
79S$
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Airlie Beach to Townsville is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Airlie Beach to Townsville will cost around 79S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 50S$.
Of the 4 buses that leave Airlie Beach for Townsville every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 229 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus8:55 AM4h10Airlie Beach, Port of Airlie1:05 PMTownsville, Breakwater Terminal50 S$1One-way0 changes
PM169:30 AM4h20Airlie Beach, Port of Airlie1:50 PMTownsville, Breakwater Terminal74 S$1One-way0 changes
GX4028:10 AM4h30Airlie Beach, Port of Airlie12:40 PMTownsville, Breakwater Terminal90 S$1One-way0 changes- GX4049:50 AM4h30Airlie Beach, Port of Airlie2:20 PMTownsville, Breakwater Terminal103 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:55 AM4h10Airlie Beach, Port of Airlie1:05 PMTownsville, Breakwater Terminal50 S$1One-way0 changes
- PM169:30 AM4h20Airlie Beach, Port of Airlie1:50 PMTownsville, Breakwater Terminal74 S$1One-way0 changes
- GX4049:50 AM4h30Airlie Beach, Port of Airlie2:20 PMTownsville, Breakwater Terminal103 S$1One-way0 changes
- GX4028:10 AM4h30Airlie Beach, Port of Airlie12:40 PMTownsville, Breakwater Terminal90 S$1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Airlie Beach to Townsville bus times
The table below shows live departures for Airlie Beach to Townsville coaches for tomorrow, Saturday, 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GX402 | 8:10 AM Airlie Beach, Port of Airlie | 4h30 | 12:40 PM Townsville, Breakwater Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:55 AM Airlie Beach, Port of Airlie | 4h10 | 1:05 PM Townsville, Breakwater Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| PM16 | 9:30 AM Airlie Beach, Port of Airlie | 4h20 | 1:50 PM Townsville, Breakwater Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| GX404 | 9:50 AM Airlie Beach, Port of Airlie | 4h30 | 2:20 PM Townsville, Breakwater Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Airlie Beach to Townsville
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FAQs: Airlie Beach to Townsville coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Airlie Beach to Townsville by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Townsville, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Airlie Beach and Townsville
Most Airlie Beach to Townsville buses use the Airlie Beach, Port of Airlie to Townsville, Breakwater Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Airlie Beach and Townsville bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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