Townsville to Sunshine Coast

Townsville to Sunshine Coast

Townsville
Sunshine Coast
Fri, May 31
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$126
 
 
$416
 

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Townsville to Sunshine Coast Schedule

Townsville to Sunshine Coast Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Greyhound Australia Premium 07:00 - 12:30AUD 425
Jetstar Airways Economy 09:50 - 07:45AUD 660.48
Virgin Australia Airlines Economy #VA37211:50 - 13:50AUD 264.52
Greyhound Australia Advantage 13:00 - 11:40AUD 426
Qantas Airways Economy 15:35 - 10:40AUD 623.27
Qantas Airways Economy #QF186717:15 - 19:05AUD 625.23
Jetstar Airways Economy 18:50 - 15:20AUD 474.47
Jetstar Airways Economy #JQ90721:10 - 22:55AUD 185.75

Transportation from Townsville to Sunshine Coast

Facts about the transport from Townsville to Sunshine Coast

Cheapest Transport$126
Fastest Transport9h 25m
Earliest Departure10:20 AM
Latest Departure3:54 PM
Departures per day8
Distance8005 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Jetstar Airways, Queensland Rail

How to get from Townsville to Sunshine Coast

When you want to get from Townsville to Sunshine Coast, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 415.12. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 125.34.

How far is Townsville from Sunshine Coast?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Townsville to Sunshine Coast. Your trip will be a total of 4976 miles (8005 km). The flying distance is 4976 miles (8005 km).

How long does it take to get from Townsville to Sunshine Coast?

The travel time from Townsville to Sunshine Coast can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 10 to 30 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Townsville to Sunshine Coast?

The cost of the trip from Townsville to Sunshine Coast varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Queensland Rail: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 125.34 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 415.12.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Townsville to Sunshine Coast:

  • Train tickets - USD 125.34 to USD 125.34;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 133.30 - USD 233.45. From Townsville to Sunshine Coast starting from 14:54 Townsville until 14:54 Townsville
  • Bus tickets - USD 277.88 to USD 288.49;
  • flight price: USD 356.14 - USD 415.16. From Townsville to Sunshine Coast starting from 10:20 Townsville Airport until 10:20 Townsville Airport

How many trips per day are there between Townsville and Sunshine Coast?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 13:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 13:00. There are 4 available bus trips every day.
  • 3 by flight from Townsville to Sunshine Coast starting from 10:20 Townsville Airport until 10:20 Townsville Airport
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 1 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Townsville to Sunshine Coast is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Townsville to Sunshine Coast

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Townsville to Sunshine Coast? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 50% chosen Bus+Train
  • 50% users enjoyed a train ride.