What is the cheapest way to get from Emerald to Longreach?

The cheapest way to get from Emerald to Longreach is to drive which costs $75 - $110 and takes 4h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Emerald to Longreach?

The fastest way to get from Emerald to Longreach is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs $75 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Emerald and Longreach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Emerald and arriving at Longreach. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Emerald and Longreach?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Emerald and arriving at Longreach. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 9h 54m.

How far is it from Emerald to Longreach?

The distance between Emerald and Longreach is 419 km. The road distance is 416.4 km.

How do I travel from Emerald to Longreach without a car?

The best way to get from Emerald to Longreach without a car is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $65 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Emerald to Longreach?

The bus from Emerald to Longreach takes 5h 5m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Longreach bus from?

Emerald to Longreach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Emerald station.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Longreach train from?

Emerald to Longreach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Emerald station.

Train, bus or fly from Emerald to Longreach?

The best way to get from Emerald to Longreach is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $65 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22 - $1,600 and takes 9h 54m, you could also fly, which costs $480 - $1,500 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Emerald to Longreach bus arrive?

Emerald to Longreach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Longreach station.

Where does the Emerald to Longreach train arrive?

Emerald to Longreach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Longreach station.

Can I drive from Emerald to Longreach?

Yes, the driving distance between Emerald to Longreach is 416 km. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Emerald to Longreach.

Where can I stay near Longreach?

There are 13+ hotels available in Longreach.

Emerald to Longreach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Emerald to Longreach by bus (Greyhound), train, car, plane, 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 Emerald to Longreachbus Longreach
5h 5m
$65–140
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Emerald to Longreachtrain Spirit of the Outback
9h 54m
$22–1,571
Drive 416.4 km
1. Drive from Emerald to Longreachcar 416.4 km
4h 53m
$76–109
Fly to Longreach
1. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Longreach (LRE)plane EMD - LRE
5h 36m
$488–1,421
Fly to Barcaldine Airport, bus
1. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Barcaldine Airport (BCI)plane EMD - BCI
2. Take the bus from Barcaldine to Longreachbus
18h 24m
$442–1,261

Emerald to Longreach by bus (Greyhound)

2Weekly Buses

5h 5mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 419 km
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Emerald, QLD, Australia and Longreach, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Emerald to Longreach twice a week. Tickets cost $65–140 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Emerald to Longreach twice a week. Tickets cost $22–1,571 and the journey takes 9h 54m.

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