Maryborough to Townsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

574.2 miles 924.1 km · straight line
685.8 miles actual route 1103.7 km · driving distance
14h 16min estimated drive time
AUD 129 - AUD 159 estimated fuel cost
~1h 39min flight time
318° NW bearing direction

How far is Maryborough from Townsville?

The distance from Maryborough to Townsville is 574.2 miles (924.1 km) as the crow flies. Townsville is located NW of Maryborough. By car, the driving distance is approximately 685.8 miles, taking about 14h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Maryborough 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 Maryborough to Townsville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 16min AUD 129 - AUD 159 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 7min $55–$103* Budget
Train ~18h 33min $82–$240* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Maryborough & Townsville

Quick Facts

Maryborough
25.54°S, 152.70°E
Australia/Brisbane
11m 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 191 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM