Townsville to Rockhampton

Townsville to Rockhampton

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Townsville to Rockhampton Schedule

Townsville to Rockhampton Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Qantas Airways Economy 05:55 - 20:45AUD 621.41
Greyhound Australia Premium 07:00 - 22:45AUD 704.01
Greyhound Australia Premium 08:00 - 17:45AUD 420
Virgin Australia Airlines Economy 11:40 - 19:35AUD 320.86
Qantas Airways Economy 12:15 - 10:15AUD 462.43
Greyhound Australia Advantage 14:20 - 17:45AUD 322.01
Qantas Airways Economy 16:15 - 18:25AUD 433.90
Jetstar Airways Economy 19:10 - 16:40AUD 392.49
Jetstar Airways Economy 21:10 - 15:55AUD 391.14

Transportation from Townsville to Rockhampton

Facts about the transport from Townsville to Rockhampton

Cheapest Transport$70
Fastest Transport2h 25m
Earliest Departure6:05 AM
Latest Departure3:54 PM
Departures per day6
Distance824 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Qantas Airways, Queensland Rail, Virgin Australia Airlines

How to get from Townsville to Rockhampton

When you want to get from Townsville to Rockhampton, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 138.84. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 69.42.

How far is Townsville from Rockhampton?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Townsville to Rockhampton. Your trip will be a total of 513 miles (824 km). The flying distance is 1278 miles (2055 km).

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

The travel time from Townsville to Rockhampton can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 17 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Townsville to Rockhampton?

The cost of the trip from Townsville to Rockhampton varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Greyhound Australia: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 69.42 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 138.84.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Townsville to Rockhampton:

  • Bus tickets - USD 69.42 to USD 138.84;
  • Train tickets - USD 85.29 to USD 85.29;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 175.86 - USD 269.08. From Townsville to Rockhampton starting from 14:54 Bundaberg until 14:54 Bundaberg
  • flight price: USD 242.64 - USD 309.41. From Townsville to Rockhampton starting from 06:05 Townsville Airport until 07:50 Townsville Airport

How many trips per day are there between Townsville and Rockhampton?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 13:00. There are 6 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Townsville to Rockhampton is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Townsville to Rockhampton

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Townsville to Rockhampton? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 50% chosen Bus+Train
  • 50% users enjoyed a train ride.