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

The cheapest way to get from Bowen to Townsville is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bowen to Townsville is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Bowen and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bowen and arriving at Townsville. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Bowen and Townsville?

No, there is no direct train from Bowen to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Bowen and arriving at Townsville via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Bowen to Townsville?

The distance between Bowen and Townsville is 206 km. The road distance is 203.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bowen to Townsville without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $35 - $75.

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

The bus from Bowen to Townsville takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Bowen to Townsville bus from?

Bowen to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Bowen station.

Where do I catch the Bowen to Townsville train from?

Bowen to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Bowen station.

Train or bus from Bowen to Townsville?

The best way to get from Bowen to Townsville is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $800 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Bowen to Townsville bus arrive?

Bowen to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Where does the Bowen to Townsville train arrive?

Bowen to Townsville train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Bowen to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowen to Townsville is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Bowen to Townsville.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bowen to Townsville?

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Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 576+ hotels available in Townsville.

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

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1. Take the bus from Bowen to Townsvillebus Cairns / ...
2h 35m
$35–75
Train
1. Take the train from Bowen to Townsvilletrain Spirit of Queensland
2h 37m
$48–771
Drive 203.1 km
1. Drive from Bowen to Townsvillecar 203.1 km
2h 29m
$37–53

Bowen to Townsville by bus

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Distance: 205.6 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Bowen, QLD, Australia and Townsville, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Bowen to Townsville twice daily. Tickets cost $40–75 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Bowen to Townsville 4 times a week. Tickets cost $30–706 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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