Bus from Townsville to Gold Coast: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Townsville to Gold Coast on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound AustraliaBus
Townsville
Surfers Paradise - Transit CentreCheapest
Greyhound AustraliaBus
Townsville
Surfers Paradise - Transit CentreFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 09:53 AEST.

Get from Townsville to Gold Coast

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 4hAverage duration
733 milesDistance
30kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Townsville to Gold Coast

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Townsville to Gold Coast?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Townsville to Gold Coast start from £163. The average price for this route is around £274. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Townsville to Gold Coast?

    The average bus journey time from Townsville to Gold Coast is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 733 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Greyhound Australia.

  3. Which bus companies service the Townsville to Gold Coast route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Townsville to Gold Coast?

    The earliest bus departs from Townsville to Gold Coast at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 13:00.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Townsville to Gold Coast?

    A bus journey from Townsville to Gold Coast produces an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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

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