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

The cheapest way to get from Emerald to Barcaldine is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Emerald to Barcaldine is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Emerald and Barcaldine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Emerald and arriving at Barcaldine. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Emerald and Barcaldine?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Emerald and arriving at Barcaldine. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Emerald to Barcaldine?

The distance between Emerald and Barcaldine is 312 km. The road distance is 310 km.

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

The best way to get from Emerald to Barcaldine without a car is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs $55 - $110.

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

The bus from Emerald to Barcaldine takes 3h 45m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Barcaldine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Emerald to Barcaldine train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Emerald to Barcaldine?

The best way to get from Emerald to Barcaldine is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs $55 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $1,200 and takes 7h 9m, you could also fly, which costs $750 - $2,700 and takes 15h 46m.

Where does the Emerald to Barcaldine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Emerald to Barcaldine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Emerald to Barcaldine?

Yes, the driving distance between Emerald to Barcaldine is 310 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Emerald to Barcaldine.

Where can I stay near Barcaldine?

There are five+ hotels available in Barcaldine.

Emerald to Barcaldine - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Emerald to Barcaldine by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or plane

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Emerald to Barcaldinebus Longreach
3h 45m
$55–110
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Emerald to Barcaldinetrain Spirit of the Outback
7h 9m
$40–1,172
Drive 310 km
1. Drive from Emerald to Barcaldinecar 310 km
3h 33m
$56–81
Fly
1. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Barcaldine Airport (BCI)plane EMD - BCI
15h 46m
$768–2,621

Emerald to Barcaldine by bus (Greyhound)

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3h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 311.7 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Emerald to Barcaldine twice a week. Tickets cost $55–110 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Emerald to Barcaldine twice a week. Tickets cost $40–1,172 and the journey takes 7h 9m.

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