What is the cheapest way to get from Balgal Beach to Charters Towers?

The cheapest way to get from Balgal Beach to Charters Towers is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balgal Beach to Charters Towers?

The fastest way to get from Balgal Beach to Charters Towers is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Balgal Beach and Charters Towers?

No, there is no direct bus from Balgal Beach to Charters Towers. However, there are services departing from Rollingstone and arriving at Charters Towers All Souls School via Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Balgal Beach to Charters Towers?

The distance between Balgal Beach and Charters Towers is 197 km. The road distance is 187.4 km.

How do I travel from Balgal Beach to Charters Towers without a car?

The best way to get from Balgal Beach to Charters Towers without a car is to taxi and train which takes 3h 37m and costs $200 - $800.

How long does it take to get from Balgal Beach to Charters Towers?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Balgal Beach to Charters Towers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balgal Beach to Charters Towers bus from?

Balgal Beach to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Rollingstone station.

Where does the Balgal Beach to Charters Towers bus arrive?

Balgal Beach to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Balgal Beach to Charters Towers?

Yes, the driving distance between Balgal Beach to Charters Towers is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Balgal Beach to Charters Towers.

Where can I stay near Charters Towers?

There are 14+ hotels available in Charters Towers.

Balgal Beach to Charters Towers - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Balgal Beach to Charters Towers by taxi, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Balgal Beach to Townsville stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Townsville station to Charters Towers stationtrain Inlander
3h 37m
$202–760
Drive 187.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balgal Beach to Charters Towerscar 187.4 km
2h 15m
$34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rollingstone to Townsvillebus Pm19
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Charters Towers All Souls Schoolbus Mount Isa
3h 45m
$71–109
Bus via Townsville
1. Take the bus from Rollingstone to Townsvillebus Pm19
2. Take the bus from Mater Health Services to Blue Care Community Centrebus Charters Towers
4h 27m
$77–110
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rollingstone to Townsvillebus Pm19
2. Take the train from Townsville station to Charters Towers stationtrain Inlander
5h 24m
$66–605

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Distance: 197.2 km
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Balgal Beach, QLD, Australia and Charters Towers, QLD, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Balgal Beach to Charters Towers All Souls School via Rollingstone and Townsville in around 3h 45m.

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