Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting courteous and helpful service from drivers, comfortable buses with amenities like USB chargers and WiFi, as well as punctuality. However, there were a few mentions of minor issues such as the absence of hand soap in the bus toilet and a delay due to tire changes. Overall satisfaction remains high among travelers.
Greyhound Australia Townsville Airlie Beach recent customer reviews
The trip was fine after the 90 minute delay to change a tyre coming out of Townsville.
4 out of 5 stars
Catherine C.
The Driver was Great.
Unfortunetely there was no hand soap in the Bus toilet.
4 out of 5 stars
Raymond N.
Excelente servicio, bus muy cómodo y llegó antes de lo previsto a destino.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Townsville to Airlie Beach 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 Airlie Beach?
The cheapest bus tickets from Townsville to Airlie Beach start from $59. The average price for this route is around $67. 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 Airlie Beach?
The average bus travel time from Townsville to Airlie Beach is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 229 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Townsville to Airlie Beach route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Townsville to Airlie Beach?
The earliest bus departs from Townsville to Airlie Beach at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Townsville to Airlie Beach?
A bus trip from Townsville to Airlie Beach generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-29
$69
11-30
$100
Today
$80
12-02
$64
12-03
$57
12-04
$57
12-05
$64
12-06
$57
The cheapest trip from Townsville to Airlie Beach was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $57
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Townsville to Airlie Beach, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $57 to $300 for a bus ticket from Townsville to Airlie Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-12-03.
The cheapest trip from Townsville to Airlie Beach was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $57
