Coach Brisbane to Townsville from £5

Which bus from Brisbane to Townsville is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Brisbane to Townsville. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Greyhound Australia or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today

£234

tomorrow

Tuesday

£221

Wednesday

£228

Thursday

£5

Friday

£5

Saturday

£106

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Australia	24h 40m	12:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	12:40	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£234	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 14/12/2025 12:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 15/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £234 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 40m
Greyhound Australia	28h 10m	08:30	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	12:40	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£244	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 14/12/2025 08:30:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 15/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £244 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 10m
Greyhound Australia	26h 20m	12:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	14:20	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£249	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 14/12/2025 12:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 15/12/2025 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £249 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Townsville via Rockhampton, you can save more than £24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  29h 40m
  
  0
  
  07:00
  
  Brisbane
  Roma St Coach Station
  
  19:45
  
  Rockhampton
  George Street Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £96
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 15/12/2025 07:00:00 to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 15/12/2025 19:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £96 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m
- Busbud
  
  14h 20m
  
  0
  
  22:20
  
  Rockhampton
  George Street Bus Stop
  
  12:40
  
  Townsville
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £114
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 15/12/2025 22:20:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 16/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £114 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 20m
Travel time is 5h 0m longer, but you will save £24

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound Australia	24h 40m	12:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	12:40	Townsville	Bus Stop		Economy	£221	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 16/12/2025 12:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 17/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £221 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 40m
	Greyhound Australia	24h 20m	14:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	14:20	Townsville	Bus Stop		Economy	£263	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 16/12/2025 14:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 17/12/2025 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £263 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Australia	41h 0m	14:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	07:00	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£228	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 17/12/2025 14:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 19/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £228 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 0m
Greyhound Australia	26h 0m	14:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	16:00	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£245	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 17/12/2025 14:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 18/12/2025 16:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £245 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 0m
Greyhound Australia	28h 10m	08:30	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	12:40	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£262	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 17/12/2025 08:30:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £262 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 10m
Greyhound Australia	24h 40m	12:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	12:40	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£290	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 17/12/2025 12:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £290 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 40m
Greyhound Australia	28h 0m	12:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	16:00	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£297	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 17/12/2025 12:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 18/12/2025 16:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £297 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	22h 50m	13:30	Brisbane	Roma Street Train Station	12:20	Townsville	Bus Stop		Economy	£5	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Roma Street Train Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 18/12/2025 13:30:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 19/12/2025 12:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	22h 50m	13:30	Brisbane	Roma Street Train Station	12:20	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£5	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Roma Street Train Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 19/12/2025 13:30:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 20/12/2025 12:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 50m
Greyhound Australia	24h 40m	12:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	12:40	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£105	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 19/12/2025 12:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 20/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £105 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 40m
Greyhound Australia	24h 20m	14:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	14:20	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£220	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 19/12/2025 14:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 20/12/2025 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £220 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 20m
Greyhound Australia	53h 0m	14:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	19:00	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£234	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 19/12/2025 14:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 21/12/2025 19:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £234 per person are available. Travel duration is 53h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Australia	24h 40m	12:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	12:40	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£106	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 20/12/2025 12:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 21/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £106 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 40m
Greyhound Australia	24h 20m	14:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	14:20	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£106	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 20/12/2025 14:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 21/12/2025 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £106 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 20m
Greyhound Australia	26h 0m	14:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	16:00	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£245	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 20/12/2025 14:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 21/12/2025 16:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £245 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 0m
Greyhound Australia	28h 10m	08:30	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	12:40	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£278	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 20/12/2025 08:30:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 21/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £278 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 10m
Greyhound Australia	26h 20m	12:00	Brisbane	Roma St Coach Station	14:20	Townsville	Bus Stop	Economy	£296	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Coach Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 20/12/2025 12:00:00 to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 21/12/2025 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £296 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 20m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Brisbane to Townsville is £5 on 18/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Brisbane and Townsville?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Brisbane to Townsville. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily coaches from Brisbane to Townsville. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Brisbane and Townsville.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 28 coaches from Brisbane to Townsville, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Brisbane and Townsville, with 4 offers.

All facts for Brisbane to Townsville bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Greyhound Australia and FlixBus that travel daily 5 times by bus from Brisbane to Townsville in one click. Book your Brisbane to Townsville bus ticket starting from £5!

Cheapest Bus	£5
Fastest Bus	22h 50m
Earliest Coach	08:30
Latest Coach	14:00
Daily Bus Connections	5 Ø
Distance	1,110.8 km
Coach Companies	Greyhound Australia and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Brisbane to Townsville?

Every day, 5 buses from 2 coach companies leave Brisbane for Townsville. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 14/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 08/12

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

Thursday 11/12

Friday 12/12

Saturday 13/12

Sunday 14/12

£101

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

£293

Wednesday 17/12

£152

Thursday 18/12

£5

Friday 19/12

£5

Saturday 20/12

£155

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

£107

Tuesday 23/12

£101

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

£106

Friday 26/12

£165

Saturday 27/12

£184

Sunday 28/12

Monday 29/12

£168

Tuesday 30/12

Wednesday 31/12

Thursday 01/01

£132

Friday 02/01

Saturday 03/01

£103

Sunday 04/01

The cheapest time to travel from Brisbane to Townsville

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Brisbane to Townsville, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £5, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Brisbane to Townsville. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £152.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Brisbane to Townsville, with £5. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £244.

How to save money travelling from Brisbane to Townsville

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Brisbane to Townsville in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Brisbane to Townsville, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Brisbane to Townsville are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Brisbane and Townsville

Here is a map with all coach stations in Brisbane and Townsville. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Roma St Coach Station

Roma Street, Brisbane Transit Centre 151

Park Road Railway Station

Wooloowin Station

Eagle Junction Station

Altandi Station

Bus Stop

Sturt Street Coach Stop

Sturt Street Sturt Street

Flinders St at Townsville Railway Coach Stop

Flinders St at Townsville Railway Station Flinders St at Townsville Railway Station

Flinders St at Wickham Street Coach Stop

Flinders St at Wickham Street Flinders St at Wickham Street

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Brisbane to Townsville? Compare all modes of transports from Brisbane to Townsville.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Brisbane to Townsville

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Brisbane to Townsville. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Brisbane to Townsville bus

How much does a Brisbane Townsville coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Brisbane Townsville bus trip is available from £5 and takes 22h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Brisbane to Townsville?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £5 to £304. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Townsville.

How many connections are available for the Brisbane Townsville route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Brisbane to Townsville is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Townsville from Brisbane take?

The quickest coach from Brisbane to Townsville is provided by FlixBus and takes 22h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £5. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Brisbane to Townsville?

The earliest bus to Townsville departs from Brisbane at 08:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Brisbane to Townsville?

The latest bus to Townsville departs from Brisbane at 14:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Brisbane Townsville route?

Passengers looking to travel from Brisbane to Townsville can travel with Greyhound Australia and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Townsville?

You can check all the direct connections between Brisbane and Townsville by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound Australia and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Townsville from Brisbane?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Brisbane Townsville bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Brisbane Townsville bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Brisbane to Townsville on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Brisbane to Townsville?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 5 daily trips between Brisbane and Townsville. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Brisbane to Townsville?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Brisbane and Townsville change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Brisbane to Townsville

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Brisbane and to Townsville

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Brisbane and to Townsville. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!