Sunshine Coast to Townsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Sunshine Coast from Townsville?
The distance from Sunshine Coast to Townsville is 647 miles (1041.2 km) as the crow flies. Townsville is located NW of Sunshine Coast. By car, the driving distance is approximately 784.5 miles, taking about 16h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. 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 Sunshine Coast 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 Sunshine Coast to Townsville
Suggested Stops Between Sunshine Coast & Townsville
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 216 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
- You could travel this distance about 38.5 times to circle the Earth's equator