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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Townsville | Emerald | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Townsville | Emerald | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Townsville | Emerald | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 5:30 PM AEST.
Get from Townsville to Emerald
The journey takes about 22 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2383 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at $125
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Townsville to Emerald by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Townsville to Emerald?
The cheapest bus tickets from Townsville to Emerald start from $125. The average price for this route is around $232. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Townsville to Emerald?
The average bus trip duration from Townsville to Emerald is 22h 50m, covering a distance of 307 miles (495 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 50m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Townsville to Emerald route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Townsville to Emerald?
The earliest bus departs from Townsville to Emerald at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 1:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Townsville to Emerald?
A bus trip from Townsville to Emerald generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Townsville to Emerald was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $160To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Townsville to Emerald, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $160 to $235 for a bus ticket from Townsville to Emerald based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2025-12-12.
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