How long does the bus from Noosa to Townsville take?

Around 22 hours and 40 minutes for a typical scheduled service. Travel time can vary by 30 minutes or more depending on the operator, the number of intermediate stops, and traffic on the day.

How much does the bus from Noosa to Townsville cost?

Fares start from around $176 one-way. Booking at least a week ahead usually saves you 30 to 50 percent compared to same-day fares. Same-day bookings on long-haul corridors can run double the advance-purchase price during school holidays.

Which bus companies run from Noosa to Townsville?

Premier Motor Service and Greyhound Australia operate services on this route. Use the operator comparison above to see which suits your travel date, budget and preferences for amenities like Wi-Fi, USB charging and onboard toilets.

Are there overnight buses from Noosa to Townsville?

Yes. At least one operator on this corridor runs an overnight service. Overnight coaches save you a hotel night on long routes and arrive in time for the morning, but they're not sleeper buses; seats recline but don't lie flat.

Can I buy a ticket on the day for the Noosa to Townsville bus?

Last-minute seats are sometimes available, but never guaranteed, particularly on Friday afternoons, Sunday evenings, and during school holidays. Booking online a few days ahead is strongly recommended and almost always cheaper.

Is luggage included on the Noosa to Townsville bus?

Most operators include one checked bag (typically up to 20 kg) and one carry-on bag in the ticket price. Additional bags usually attract a fee. Check the specific operator's luggage policy at the time of booking.

Noosa to Townsville Bus | Fares, Operators & Timetables

About this route

The Noosa–Townsville corridor.

Noosa to Townsville is a long-haul coach corridor most travellers break into segments of 1,246 kilometres along the Bruce Highway. Through-services take around 22 hours and 40 minutes, and most travellers break the journey at a midway stop rather than ride straight through. Premier Motor Service and Greyhound Australia run scheduled services on this corridor, giving you a choice of departure times and price points. Hop-on hop-off passes can work out cheaper than buying segments individually if you plan to stop along the way.

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Who runs this route.

Premier Motor Service
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Noosa to Townsville

The Noosa–Townsville corridor.

Who runs this route.

Premier Motor Service

Greyhound Australia

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Noosa to Townsville

The Noosa–Townsville corridor.

Who runs this route.

Premier Motor Service

Greyhound Australia

Save up to $71 by splitting this trip.

Noosa → Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay → Townsville

Noosa → Brisbane

Brisbane → Townsville

What to know before you go.

Noosa to Townsville, answered.

How long does the bus from Noosa to Townsville take?

How much does the bus from Noosa to Townsville cost?

Which bus companies run from Noosa to Townsville?

Are there overnight buses from Noosa to Townsville?

Can I buy a ticket on the day for the Noosa to Townsville bus?

Is luggage included on the Noosa to Townsville bus?

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Gold Coast → Townsville

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Rainbow Beach → Townsville

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Rockhampton → Townsville