Airlie Beach to Townsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Airlie Beach from Townsville?

The distance from Airlie Beach to Townsville is 142.4 miles (229.1 km) as the crow flies. Townsville is located WNW of Airlie Beach. By car, the driving distance is approximately 171.4 miles, taking about 3h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in Australia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Airlie Beach and Townsville. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.