Rockhampton to Townsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

370.8 miles 596.7 km · straight line
447.3 miles actual route 719.9 km · driving distance
9h 17min estimated drive time
AUD 84 - AUD 104 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
319° NW bearing direction

How far is Rockhampton from Townsville?

The distance from Rockhampton to Townsville is 370.8 miles (596.7 km) as the crow flies. Townsville is located NW of Rockhampton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 447.3 miles, taking about 9h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Rockhampton 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 Rockhampton to Townsville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 17min AUD 84 - AUD 104 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 8min $36–$67* Budget
Train ~8h 49min $54–$157* Comfort

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

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

Quick Facts

Rockhampton
23.38°S, 150.51°E
Australia/Brisbane
13m 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 124 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 67.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM