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

The cheapest way to get from Emerald to Blackall is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Emerald to Blackall is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Emerald and Blackall?

No, there is no direct bus from Emerald to Blackall. However, there are services departing from Emerald and arriving at Blackall via Barcaldine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Emerald to Blackall?

The distance between Emerald and Blackall is 420 km. The road distance is 344.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Emerald to Blackall without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs $85 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Emerald to Blackall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Blackall bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Emerald to Blackall?

The best way to get from Emerald to Blackall is to bus which takes 6h and costs $85 - $160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $650 - $2,400 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Emerald to Blackall bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Emerald to Blackall?

Yes, the driving distance between Emerald to Blackall is 344 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Emerald to Blackall.

Where can I stay near Blackall?

There are seven+ hotels available in Blackall.

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

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Emerald to Barcaldinebus Longreach
2. Take the bus from Barcaldine to Blackallbus Brisbane
6h
$86–153
Drive 344.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Emerald to Blackallcar 344.3 km
4h 1m
$62–90
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Emerald to Barcaldinetrain Spirit of the Outback
2. Take the bus from Barcaldine to Blackallbus Brisbane
9h 24m
$71–1,217
Fly
1. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Blackall Airport (BKQ)plane EMD - BKQ
4h 32m
$685–2,342

Emerald to Blackall by bus (Greyhound)

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6hAverage Duration

$86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 420.1 km
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a bus from Emerald to Blackall via Barcaldine in around 6h. Alternatively, Qantas and Virgin Australia fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Blackall Airport (BKQ) 6 times a week.

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