How To Get From Townsville Airport To The CBD

Option 1: Walk / Translink 205 / 215 Bus Option 2: Shuttle Bus Option 3: Taxi / Rideshare

Option 1: Walk / Translink 205 / 215 Bus

  • Travel time: 15 minutes
  • Unfortunately, there are no public transport bus options directly from Townsville Airport to the CBD. You can, however, walk to the nearest public transport bus stop. Exit the terminal and turn left on Stinson Avenue. Continue on John Melton Black Drive  and turn left on Bundock Street. The bus stop for route 205 /215 is located by Old Common Road. Disembark at Townsville Shopping Centre in the heart of the CBD.
  • Consider purchasing the go Card, Queensland’s integrated fare card. 
  • Fare for Translink is $0.50 AUD (yes, really). Bus travel time is approximately 15 minutes.
  • Given the distance (2.4km) and lack of pedestrian infrastructure, this method is not recommended if you are carrying luggage.
  • Cheapest
  • Note: The Halifax Street entrance was recently closed to pedestrian and vehicular traffic.

Option 2: Shuttle Bus

Option 3: Taxi / Rideshare

  • Travel time: 10-15 minutes
  • Undoubtedly, the most expensive option from our list but the most private. In addition to taxis, Uber and DiDi offer private rideshare services from the airport. Expect to pay about $20-30 AUD for a ride.