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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Charters Towers is to bus and fly and drive which costs $210 - $600 and takes 8h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Charters Towers is to fly and drive which takes 7h 41m and costs $300 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Charters Towers?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Charters Towers. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Charters Towers All Souls School via Central Station, Brisbane Roma Street and Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 4m.

How far is it from Canberra to Charters Towers?

The distance between Canberra and Charters Towers is 1947 km. The road distance is 2019.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Charters Towers without a car is to bus and train which takes 41h 11m and costs $220 - $5,500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Canberra to Charters Towers, including transfers.

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

Canberra to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Canberra station.

Where does the Canberra to Charters Towers bus arrive?

Canberra to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Canberra and Charters Towers?

Charters Towers is 1h behind Canberra. It is currently 5:32 AM in Canberra and 4:32 AM in Charters Towers.

Can I drive from Canberra to Charters Towers?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Charters Towers is 2019 km. It takes approximately 22h 46m to drive from Canberra to Charters Towers.

Where can I stay near Charters Towers?

There are 12+ hotels available in Charters Towers.

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

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

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

Fly from Canberra International Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Townsville Airport (TSV)CBR - TSV
2. Drive from Townsville-Airport-TSV to Charters Towers
7h 41m
$309–595
Bus to Sydney International Airport, fly, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airport
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Townsville Airport (TSV)SYD - TSV
3. Drive from Townsville-Airport-TSV to Charters Towers
8h 29m
$211–555
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Station
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Station31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Townsville
4. Take the bus from Townsville station to Blue Care Community Centre
41h 11m
$221–5,299
Bus, train via Sydney Airport (SYD)
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airport
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Townsville
4. Take the bus from Townsville station to Blue Care Community Centre
44h 40m
$293–5,233
Drive 2,019.1 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Charters Towers2,019.1 km
22h 46m
$383–552
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Station
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
3. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Townsville
4. Take the bus from Townsville to Charters Towers All Souls School
46h 4m
$391–704

Canberra to Charters Towers by bus and train

4Weekly Services

41h 11mAverage Duration

$221Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,947.2 km
Duration: 7h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Canberra to Charters Towers All Souls School via Central Station, Brisbane, Brisbane Roma Street, and Townsville in around 46h 4m.

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