What is the cheapest way to get from Strathfield to Bowen?

The cheapest way to get from Strathfield to Bowen is to fly and drive which costs $210 - $650 and takes 6h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Strathfield to Bowen?

The fastest way to get from Strathfield to Bowen is to fly and train which takes 6h and costs $290 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Strathfield and Bowen?

No, there is no direct bus from Strathfield to Bowen. However, there are services departing from Ada Av At Wallis Av and arriving at Bowen via Central Station and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 9m.

How far is it from Strathfield to Bowen?

The distance between Strathfield and Bowen is 1622 km. The road distance is 1917.3 km.

How do I travel from Strathfield to Bowen without a car?

The best way to get from Strathfield to Bowen without a car is to train which takes 31h 6m and costs $140 - $4,500.

How long does it take to get from Strathfield to Bowen?

It takes approximately 6h to get from Strathfield to Bowen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strathfield to Bowen bus from?

Strathfield to Bowen bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Strathfield to Bowen?

The best way to get from Strathfield to Bowen is to train which takes 31h 6m and costs $140 - $4,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $290 - $550 and takes 38h 9m.

Where does the Strathfield to Bowen bus arrive?

Strathfield to Bowen bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Strathfield and Bowen?

Bowen is 1h behind Strathfield. It is currently 2:01 AM in Strathfield and 1:01 AM in Bowen.

Can I drive from Strathfield to Bowen?

Yes, the driving distance between Strathfield to Bowen is 1917 km. It takes approximately 21h 59m to drive from Strathfield to Bowen.

Where can I stay near Bowen?

There are 27+ hotels available in Bowen.

Strathfield to Bowen - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Strathfield to Bowen by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly Sydney International Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)SYD - PPP
2. Take the train from Proserpine to Bowen
6h
$294–1,136
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Roma Street Station31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to BowenSpirit of Queensland
31h 6m
$142–4,469
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Roma Street Station31
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to BowenTownsville / ...
37h 14m
$247–683
Drive 1,917.3 km
1. Drive from Strathfield to Bowen1,917.3 km
21h 59m
$377–545
Fly Sydney International Airport to Townsville Airport, drive
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Townsville Airport (TSV)SYD - TSV
2. Drive from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Bowen
6h 50m
$213–644
Fly Sydney International Airport to Great Barrier Reef Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI)SYD - HTI
2. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Bowen
8h 55m
$299–944
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton Station
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)NTL - PPP
3. Take the train from Proserpine to Bowen
10h 26m
$395–1,275
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to BrisbaneBrisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to BowenPm16
38h 9m
$294–535

Strathfield to Bowen by bus and train

14Weekly Services

37h 14mAverage Duration

$247Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,621.5 km
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Strathfield, NSW, Australia and Bowen, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Strathfield Station to Bowen via Roma Street Station, Roma Street, and Bowen in around 31h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ada Av At Wallis Av to Bowen via Pitt St Before Hay St, Central Station, Brisbane, and Brisbane Roma Street in around 38h 9m.

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