Brisbane to Townsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Brisbane from Townsville?

The distance from Brisbane to Townsville is 690.2 miles (1110.8 km) as the crow flies. Townsville is located NW of Brisbane. By car, the driving distance is approximately 837.9 miles, taking about 17h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 53min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Brisbane 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.