What is the cheapest way to get from Richmond to Charters Towers?

The cheapest way to get from Richmond to Charters Towers is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Richmond to Charters Towers?

The fastest way to get from Richmond to Charters Towers is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $65 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Richmond and Charters Towers?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Richmond and arriving at Charters Towers. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Richmond and Charters Towers?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Richmond station station and arriving at Charters Towers station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Richmond to Charters Towers?

The distance between Richmond and Charters Towers is 364 km. The road distance is 364.1 km.

How do I travel from Richmond to Charters Towers without a car?

The best way to get from Richmond to Charters Towers without a car is to bus which takes 5h 15m and costs $65 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Richmond to Charters Towers?

The bus from Richmond to Charters Towers takes 5h 15m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Richmond to Charters Towers bus from?

Richmond to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Richmond station.

Where do I catch the Richmond to Charters Towers train from?

Richmond to Charters Towers train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Richmond station.

Train or bus from Richmond to Charters Towers?

The best way to get from Richmond to Charters Towers is to bus which takes 5h 15m and costs $65 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $1,400 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Richmond to Charters Towers bus arrive?

Richmond to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Charters Towers station.

Where does the Richmond to Charters Towers train arrive?

Richmond to Charters Towers train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Charters Towers station.

Can I drive from Richmond to Charters Towers?

Yes, the driving distance between Richmond to Charters Towers is 364 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Richmond to Charters Towers.

Where can I stay near Charters Towers?

There are 12+ hotels available in Charters Towers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Richmond to Charters Towers by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or plane

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Richmond to Charters Towersbus Townsville
5h 15m
$65–130
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Richmond station to Charters Towers stationtrain Inlander
6h 57m
$45–1,353
Drive 364.1 km
1. Drive from Richmond to Charters Towerscar 364.1 km
3h 55m
$66–95
Fly, train
1. Fly from Richmond Airport (RCM) to Hughenden Airport (HGD)plane RCM - HGD
2. Take the train from Hughenden station to Charters Towers stationtrain
5h 51m
$183–1,174

Richmond to Charters Towers by bus (Greyhound)

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5h 15mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 363.6 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Richmond, QLD, Australia and Charters Towers, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Richmond to Charters Towers 3 times a week. Tickets cost $65–130 and the journey takes 5h 15m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Richmond station to Charters Towers station twice a week. Tickets cost $45–1,353 and the journey takes 6h 57m.

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