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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 | Cheapest | ||||
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| Bus | Airlie Beach | Townsville | No tags | ||||
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Get from Airlie Beach to Townsville
The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 716, 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
How much does a bus ticket from Airlie Beach to Townsville cost?
The bus ticket price from Airlie Beach to Townsville starts at R 716. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Airlie Beach to Townsville is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Airlie Beach to Townsville?
The average travel time between Airlie Beach and Townsville is around 4h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 229 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Airlie Beach and Townsville?
The number of buses from Airlie Beach to Townsville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Airlie Beach to Townsville by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Airlie Beach to Townsville?
When taking the bus from Airlie Beach to Townsville, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound Australia.
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 28 Nov 2025 with a price of R 808To 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 808 to R 3 578 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 808, which is on 2025-11-28.
