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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Townsville | ADELAIDE | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Townsville | ADELAIDE | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Townsville | ADELAIDE | No tags |
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Get from Townsville to Adelaide
The journey takes about 1 day, 23 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $540, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2433 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at $540
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Townsville to Adelaide 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 Adelaide?
The cheapest bus tickets from Townsville to Adelaide start from $540. The average price for this route is around $542. 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 Adelaide?
The average bus trip duration from Townsville to Adelaide is 1d 23h, covering a distance of 1192 miles (1922 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Townsville to Adelaide route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Townsville to Adelaide?
The earliest bus departs from Townsville to Adelaide at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Townsville to Adelaide?
A bus trip from Townsville to Adelaide generates an estimated 48 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 Adelaide was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $516To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Townsville to Adelaide, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $516 to $696 for a bus ticket from Townsville to Adelaide based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $516 which is on 2026-01-12.
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