Daintree to Townsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

227.5 miles 366.2 km · straight line
279.6 miles actual route 450 km · driving distance
6h 24min estimated drive time
AUD 53 - AUD 65 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
157° SSE bearing direction

How far is Daintree from Townsville?

The distance from Daintree to Townsville is 227.5 miles (366.2 km) as the crow flies. Townsville is located SSE of Daintree. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.6 miles, taking about 6h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Daintree 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.

How to Get from Daintree to Townsville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 24min AUD 53 - AUD 65 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 41min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~6h 5min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Daintree & Townsville

Quick Facts

Daintree
16.25°S, 145.42°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m elevation
Townsville
19.27°S, 146.81°E
Australia/Brisbane
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM