Toowoomba to Townsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Toowoomba from Townsville?

The distance from Toowoomba to Townsville is 659.3 miles (1061 km) as the crow flies. Townsville is located NNW of Toowoomba. By car, the driving distance is approximately 843.9 miles, taking about 17h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Toowoomba 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.