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

The cheapest way to get from Georgetown to Charters Towers is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Georgetown to Charters Towers is to drive which takes 6h 37m and costs $85 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Georgetown and Charters Towers?

No, there is no direct bus from Georgetown to Charters Towers. However, there are services departing from Georgetown and arriving at Charters Towers All Souls School via Cairns and Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 49m.

How far is it from Georgetown to Charters Towers?

The distance between Georgetown and Charters Towers is 730 km. The road distance is 441.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Georgetown to Charters Towers without a car is to bus via Cairns which takes 15h 49m and costs $170 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 13h 24m to get from Georgetown to Charters Towers, including transfers.

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

Georgetown to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Georgetown station.

Where does the Georgetown to Charters Towers bus arrive?

Georgetown to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Georgetown to Charters Towers?

Yes, the driving distance between Georgetown to Charters Towers is 441 km. It takes approximately 6h 37m to drive from Georgetown to Charters Towers.

Where can I stay near Charters Towers?

There are 12+ hotels available in Charters Towers.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Georgetown to Charters Towers by bus, car, 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.

Bus, drive, train
best
1. Take the bus from Georgetown to Mount Surprise
2. Take the bus from Mount Surprise to Ravenshoe
3. Drive from Ravenshoe to Tully
4. Take the train from Tully to Townsville
5. Take the train from Townsville station to Charters Towers station
13h 24m
$110–1,491
Drive 441.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Georgetown to Charters Towers441.3 km
6h 37m
$87–126
Bus via Cairns
1. Take the bus from Georgetown to Cairns Central Station
2. Take the bus from Cairns to Townsville
3. Take the bus from Townsville to Charters Towers All Souls School
15h 49m
$179–305
Bus
1. Take the bus from Georgetown to Cairns Central Station
2. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Townsville
3. Take the bus from Townsville to Charters Towers All Souls School
16h 5m
$169–250

Georgetown to Charters Towers by bus and foot

3Weekly Services

15h 49mAverage Duration

$179Cheapest Price

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Distance: 730.4 km
Duration: 13h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Georgetown to Charters Towers All Souls School via Cairns Central Station, Cairns, and Townsville in around 15h 49m.

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