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

The cheapest way to get from Prairie to Charters Towers is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prairie to Charters Towers is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Prairie and Charters Towers?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Prairie and arriving at Charters Towers. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Prairie to Charters Towers?

The distance between Prairie and Charters Towers is 204 km. The road distance is 205.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Prairie to Charters Towers without a car is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $40 - $70.

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

The bus from Prairie to Charters Towers takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs three times a week.

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

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

Where does the Prairie to Charters Towers bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prairie to Charters Towers?

Yes, the driving distance between Prairie to Charters Towers is 206 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Prairie to Charters Towers.

Where can I stay near Charters Towers?

There are 12+ hotels available in Charters Towers.

Prairie to Charters Towers - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Prairie to Charters Towers by bus (Greyhound), bus, train, 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 (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Prairie to Charters TowersTownsville
2h 40m
$40–70
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Prairie to Torrens CreekTownsville
2. Take the train from Torrens Creek station to Charters Towers stationInlander
4h 31m
$19–628
Drive 205.5 km
1. Drive from Prairie to Charters Towers205.5 km
2h 17m
$39–57

Prairie to Charters Towers by bus (Greyhound)

3Weekly Buses

2h 40mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Prairie to Charters Towers.

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Distance: 203.6 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Prairie to Charters Towers 3 times a week. Tickets cost $40–70 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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