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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 | Airlie Beach | Townsville | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Airlie Beach | Townsville | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:16 PM AEST.
Get from Airlie Beach to Townsville
The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 703, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Customers have suggested that it would be beneficial for the bus to make a stop around 2 hours into the 4-hour trip to allow passengers to stretch their legs. Some customers also mentioned issues with a blocked toilet on the bus, which affected their overall experience.
Greyhound Australia Airlie Beach Townsville recent customer reviews
I loved having room to move but the air conditioning was too high and I was very Cole, having dressed for the weather.
Robyn B.
The bus we were on (Airlie to Townsville) crashed. Driver very obviously drifting off to sleep at the wheel.
Laura B.
The bust got stopped middle of road and we gotta wait for next bus to come for 2 hours. Sometimes it happens but the bus driver wasn’t helpful enough…
Karen Y.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Airlie Beach to Townsville by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Airlie Beach to Townsville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Airlie Beach to Townsville start at R 703. The average price for this route is around R 881. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Airlie Beach to Townsville?
The average bus journey time from Airlie Beach to Townsville is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 229 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Airlie Beach to Townsville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Airlie Beach to Townsville?
The earliest bus departs from Airlie Beach to Townsville at 08:10. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Airlie Beach to Townsville?
A bus trip from Airlie Beach to Townsville produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Airlie Beach to Townsville was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 678To 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 R 678 to R 3 511 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 R 678, which is on 2025-12-10.
