What is the cheapest way to get from Barcaldine to Blackwater?

The cheapest way to get from Barcaldine to Blackwater is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barcaldine to Blackwater?

The fastest way to get from Barcaldine to Blackwater is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Barcaldine and Blackwater?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcaldine and arriving at Blackwater. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Barcaldine and Blackwater?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barcaldine and arriving at Blackwater. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Barcaldine to Blackwater?

The distance between Barcaldine and Blackwater is 387 km. The road distance is 385.3 km.

How do I travel from Barcaldine to Blackwater without a car?

The best way to get from Barcaldine to Blackwater without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $65 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Barcaldine to Blackwater?

The bus from Barcaldine to Blackwater takes 5h 30m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Barcaldine to Blackwater bus from?

Barcaldine to Blackwater bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Barcaldine station.

Where do I catch the Barcaldine to Blackwater train from?

Barcaldine to Blackwater train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Barcaldine station.

Train or bus from Barcaldine to Blackwater?

The best way to get from Barcaldine to Blackwater is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $65 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $1,500 and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Barcaldine to Blackwater bus arrive?

Barcaldine to Blackwater bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Blackwater station.

Where does the Barcaldine to Blackwater train arrive?

Barcaldine to Blackwater train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Blackwater station.

Can I drive from Barcaldine to Blackwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcaldine to Blackwater is 385 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Barcaldine to Blackwater.

Where can I stay near Blackwater?

There are eight+ hotels available in Blackwater.

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There are 3 ways to get from Barcaldine to Blackwater by bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Barcaldine to Blackwaterbus Rockhampton
5h 30m
$65–140
Train
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1. Take the train from Barcaldine to Blackwatertrain Spirit of the Outback
8h 53m
$50–1,455
Drive 385.3 km
1. Drive from Barcaldine to Blackwatercar 385.3 km
4h 26m
$70–100

Barcaldine to Blackwater by bus (Greyhound)

2Weekly Buses

5h 30mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 386.8 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Barcaldine, QLD, Australia and Blackwater, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Barcaldine to Blackwater twice a week. Tickets cost $65–140 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Barcaldine to Blackwater twice a week. Tickets cost $50–1,455 and the journey takes 8h 53m.

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