Noosa to Townsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

633.6 miles 1019.7 km · straight line
773 miles actual route 1244 km · driving distance
16h 7min estimated drive time
AUD 146 - AUD 179 estimated fuel cost
~1h 46min flight time
320° NW bearing direction

How far is Noosa from Townsville?

The distance from Noosa to Townsville is 633.6 miles (1019.7 km) as the crow flies. Townsville is located NW of Noosa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 773 miles, taking about 16h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 46min. 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 Noosa 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 Noosa to Townsville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 7min AUD 146 - AUD 179 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 20min $62–$116* Budget
Train ~20h 57min $93–$271* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Noosa & Townsville

Quick Facts

Noosa
26.39°S, 153.08°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 211 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 53 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM