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Today7 Aug
from US$68
Tomorrow8 Aug
from US$53
Sat9 Aug
from US$42
Sun10 Aug
from US$51
Mon11 Aug
from US$51
Tue12 Aug
from US$47
Wed13 Aug
Thu14 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: Airlie Beach
    Departure location: Airlie Beach
    Arrival time: 8 August at
    Destination city: Townsville
    Destination location: Townsville
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: Airlie Beach
    Departure location: Airlie Beach
    Arrival time: 8 August at
    Destination city: Townsville
    Destination location: Townsville
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Airlie Beach to Townsville: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$47
Average bus trip duration4h 30m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure07:10
Distance142 miles
Latest bus departure12:30

Airlie Beach to Townsville Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Airlie Beach to Townsville from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Airlie Beach to Townsville, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Airlie Beach - Townsville

  1. How far is Townsville from Airlie Beach by coach?

    The distance between Airlie Beach and Townsville by coach is approximately 142 miles (229 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Airlie Beach to Townsville without a car?

    The best way to go from Airlie Beach to Townsville without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05/08
US$59
06/08
US$56
Today
US$56
08/08
US$50
09/08
US$40
10/08
US$48
11/08
US$48
12/08
US$44
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Airlie Beach to Townsville was searched and found on 9 Aug 2025 with a price of US$40

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Airlie Beach to Townsville as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$40 to US$64 for a bus ticket from Airlie Beach to Townsville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$40, which is on 2025-08-09.

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Airlie Beach to Townsville, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Airlie Beach to Townsville that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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