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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 R 2 171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2384 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 171
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Townsville to Emerald 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 Townsville to Emerald?
The cheapest bus tickets from Townsville to Emerald start at R 2 171. The average price for this route is around R 4 024. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Townsville to Emerald?
The average bus journey time from Townsville to Emerald is 22h 50m, covering a distance of 495 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 50m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Townsville to Emerald route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses 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 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 13:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Townsville to Emerald?
A bus trip from Townsville to Emerald produces an estimated 12 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 Townsville to Emerald was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 771To 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 R 2 771 to R 4 090 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 R 2 771, which is on 2025-12-12.
