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

The cheapest way to get from Cardwell to Charters Towers is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardwell to Charters Towers is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Cardwell and Charters Towers?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardwell to Charters Towers. However, there are services departing from Cardwell and arriving at Charters Towers All Souls School via Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cardwell and Charters Towers?

No, there is no direct train from Cardwell to Charters Towers station. However, there are services departing from Cardwell and arriving at Charters Towers station via Townsville station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Cardwell to Charters Towers?

The distance between Cardwell and Charters Towers is 300 km. The road distance is 294 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardwell to Charters Towers without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $60 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Cardwell to Charters Towers, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardwell to Charters Towers train from?

Cardwell to Charters Towers train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cardwell station.

Train or bus from Cardwell to Charters Towers?

The best way to get from Cardwell to Charters Towers is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $60 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15 - $1,200 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Cardwell to Charters Towers bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardwell to Charters Towers train arrive?

Cardwell to Charters Towers train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Cardwell to Charters Towers?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardwell to Charters Towers is 294 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Cardwell to Charters Towers.

Where can I stay near Charters Towers?

There are 12+ hotels available in Charters Towers.

Cardwell to Charters Towers - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardwell to Charters Towers by bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cardwell to TownsvilleTownsville / ...
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Charters Towers All Souls SchoolMount Isa
4h 45m
$61–106
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardwell to TownsvilleSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Townsville station to Charters Towers stationInlander
6h 17m
$15–1,150
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardwell to TownsvilleSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the bus from Townsville station to Blue Care Community CentreCharters Towers
5h 22m
$43–655
Drive 294 km
1. Drive from Cardwell to Charters Towers294 km
3h 21m
$58–83

Cardwell to Charters Towers by bus

3Weekly Buses

4h 45mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 300.5 km
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Cardwell to Charters Towers All Souls School via Townsville in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cardwell to Charters Towers station via Townsville and Townsville station in around 6h 17m.

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