How much is the bus ticket from Townsville to Brisbane?

The cheapest bus tickets from Townsville to Brisbane start from $136. The average price for this route is around $345. 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 Brisbane?

The average bus trip duration from Townsville to Brisbane is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 689 miles (1110 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound Australia .

Which bus companies service the Townsville to Brisbane route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 14 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Townsville to Brisbane?

The earliest bus departs from Townsville to Brisbane at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Townsville to Brisbane?

A bus trip from Townsville to Brisbane generates an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Townsville to Brisbane from $135 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Townsville to Brisbane on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Townsville	1d	5:50pm	BRISBANE DOMESTIC AIRPORT	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	Townsville	1d	5:30pm	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	5:00pm	Townsville	1d 1h	6:00pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Next departures for Townsville to Brisbane on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Townsville	1d 1h	9:20am	BRISBANE DOMESTIC AIRPORT	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	Townsville	1d	1:00pm	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Townsville	1d 1h	9:30am	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Townsville	1d	1:30pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Townsville	1d 5h	1:30pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Next departures for Townsville to Brisbane on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Townsville	1d 1h	9:00am	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	Townsville	1d	1:00pm	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Townsville	1d 1h	9:30am	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Townsville	1d	1:30pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Townsville	1d 5h	1:30pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Next departures for Townsville to Brisbane on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Townsville	1d 1h	9:00am	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	Townsville	1d	5:30pm	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Townsville	1d 1h	9:30am	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Townsville	1d 10h	6:00pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Townsville	1d 5h	6:00pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Next departures for Townsville to Brisbane on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Townsville	1d 1h	9:00am	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	Townsville	1d	5:30pm	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Townsville	1d 1h	9:30am	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Townsville	1d 10h	6:00pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Townsville	1d 5h	6:00pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:05 AM AEST.

Get from Townsville to Brisbane

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

689 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Townsville and Brisbane?

Stops in Townsville

A
Breakwater Ferry Terminal
Breakwater Ferry Terminal, Townsville QLD 4810, Australia

Stops in Brisbane

A
Cleveland - Toondah Harbour
Emmett Drive at Toondah Harbour Ferry, Cleveland QLD 4163, Australia

Compare bus companies

Greyhound Australia

4/52,369 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

Based on 2369 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 $136

Greyhound Australia Townsville Brisbane recent customer reviews

Both drivers are very safe drivers. They both kept all informed throughout the course of the trip—very professional.

Craig B.

October 6, 2024

Considerate drivers

Michael C.

July 15, 2025

AU bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Townsville to Brisbane 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 Brisbane?
The cheapest bus tickets from Townsville to Brisbane start from $136. The average price for this route is around $345. 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 Brisbane?
The average bus trip duration from Townsville to Brisbane is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 689 miles (1110 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Townsville to Brisbane route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 14 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Townsville to Brisbane?
The earliest bus departs from Townsville to Brisbane at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Townsville to Brisbane?
A bus trip from Townsville to Brisbane generates an estimated 28 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.

Best price found

11/28

$318

11/29

$319

Today

$319

12/01

$218

12/02

$186

12/03

$186

12/04

$145

12/05

$218

The cheapest trip from Townsville to Brisbane was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $145

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Townsville to Brisbane, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $145 to $415 for a bus ticket from Townsville to Brisbane based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $145 which is on 2025-12-04.