What is the cheapest way to get from Bowen to Charters Towers?

The cheapest way to get from Bowen to Charters Towers is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bowen to Charters Towers?

The fastest way to get from Bowen to Charters Towers is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Bowen and Charters Towers?

No, there is no direct bus from Bowen to Charters Towers. However, there are services departing from Bowen and arriving at Charters Towers All Souls School via Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Bowen to Charters Towers?

The distance between Bowen and Charters Towers is 340 km. The road distance is 278.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Bowen to Charters Towers without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs $70 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Bowen to Charters Towers?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Bowen to Charters Towers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bowen to Charters Towers bus from?

Bowen to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Bowen station.

Train or bus from Bowen to Charters Towers?

The best way to get from Bowen to Charters Towers is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs $70 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $1,400 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Bowen to Charters Towers bus arrive?

Bowen to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Bowen to Charters Towers?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowen to Charters Towers is 278 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Bowen to Charters Towers.

Where can I stay near Charters Towers?

There are 12+ hotels available in Charters Towers.

Bowen to Charters Towers - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Bowen to Charters Towers by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Bowen to TownsvilleCairns / ...
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Charters Towers All Souls SchoolMount Isa
5h 10m
$71–119
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bowen to TownsvilleSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Townsville station to Charters Towers stationInlander
6h 27m
$35–1,321
Drive 278.4 km
1. Drive from Bowen to Charters Towers278.4 km
3h 11m
$53–77
Bus via Bowen
1. Take the bus from Bowen to TownsvillePm16
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Charters Towers All Souls SchoolMount Isa
5h 15m
$65–99
Bus via Townsville
1. Take the bus from Bowen to TownsvilleCairns / ...
2. Take the bus from Mater Health Services to Blue Care Community CentreCharters Towers
5h 51m
$77–125
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bowen to TownsvilleCairns / ...
2. Take the train from Townsville station to Charters Towers stationInlander
6h 48m
$49–620

Bowen to Charters Towers by bus (Greyhound)

3Weekly Buses

5h 10mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bowen to Charters Towers.

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Distance: 340.3 km
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Bowen to Charters Towers All Souls School via Townsville in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Bowen to Charters Towers station via Bowen, Townsville, and Townsville station in around 6h 27m.

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