Brisbane to Townsville Roadtrip Guide

The Brisbane to Townsville drive showcases the best of Queensland’s coast — from vibrant cities and quaint beach towns to waterfalls, islands, and reef experiences. With Imoova’s vehicle relocations from just $1/day, it’s one of the most affordable ways to explore the sunshine state — whether you're choosing campervan rental or a self-drive car rental.

Carl W

Relocation Specialist

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📍 Day 1: Brisbane to Noosa (via Sunshine Coast)

🛣️ Distance: 150 km | 🚐 Drive Time: 2 hrs

Things to Do:

  • 🏖️ Chill at Mooloolaba Beach

  • ☕ Walk Noosa National Park coastal trail

  • 🛍️ Shop and dine on Hastings Street

Food Spots:

  • 🍣 Sushi Yah-man, Mooloolaba

  • 🍳 Betty’s Burgers, Noosa

Campgrounds:

  • 🏕️ Noosa River Holiday Park

  • 🏕️ Ingenia Holidays Noosa

📍 Day 2: Noosa to Hervey Bay (via Rainbow Beach)

🛣️ Distance: 220 km | 🚐 Drive Time: 3 hrs

Things to Do:

  • 🌈 Visit Rainbow Beach

  • 🏝️ Optional: Half-day tour to K'gari (Fraser Island)

  • 🐋 Whale watching (seasonal, July–Oct)

Food Spots:

  • 🥗 Enzo’s on the Beach

  • 🍕 Bayaroma Café

Campgrounds:

  • 🏕️ Fraser Coast Tourist Park

  • 🏕️ Harbour View Caravan Park

📍 Day 3: Hervey Bay to Agnes Water / 1770

🛣️ Distance: 240 km | 🚐 Drive Time: 3.5 hrs

Things to Do:

  • 🏄 Take a surf lesson at Agnes Water (Australia’s northernmost surf beach!)

  • ⛵ Sunset cruise from 1770 Marina

  • 🐚 Relax on quiet, palm-fringed beaches

Food Spots:

  • 🥞 Getaway Garden Café

  • 🐟 1770 Marina Café

Campgrounds:

  • 🏕️ 1770 Campground (right on the beach!)

  • 🏕️ Agnes Water Beach Holidays

📍 Day 4: Agnes Water to Yeppoon

🛣️ Distance: 300 km | 🚐 Drive Time: 4 hrs

Things to Do:

  • 🐊 Visit Koorana Crocodile Farm

  • 🏝️ Take the ferry to Great Keppel Island (optional day trip)

  • 🚶 Stroll the Yeppoon Lagoon beachfront and cool off in the lagoon

Food Spots:

  • 🍤 Keppel Bay Sailing Club

  • 🍹 Lure Living

Campgrounds:

  • 🏕️ NRMA Capricorn Yeppoon Holiday Park

  • 🏕️ Beachside Caravan Park

📍 Day 5: Yeppoon to Airlie Beach

🛣️ Distance: 500 km | 🚐 Drive Time: 6 hrs

Things to Do:

  • 🛥️ Sunset at Airlie Beach Lagoon

  • 🏝️ Optional: Whitsundays cruise or overnight tour

  • 🛍️ Explore the Airlie Beach markets

Food Spots:

  • 🥗 Bohemian Raw Café

  • 🍔 The Deck Airlie Beach

Campgrounds:

  • 🏕️ BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

  • 🏕️ NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

📍 Day 6: Airlie Beach to Townsville (via Bowen)

🛣️ Distance: 275 km | 🚐 Drive Time: 3.5 hrs

Things to Do:

  • 📸 Quick beach break at Horseshoe Bay, Bowen

  • 🚡 Take the ferry to Magnetic Island (optional half-day)

  • 🌅 Sunset walk along The Strand

Food Spots:

  • 🍝 Jam Corner, Townsville

  • 🍨 Juliette’s Gelateria

Campgrounds:

  • 🏕️ Rowes Bay Beachfront Holiday Park

  • 🏕️ BIG4 Townsville Gateway Holiday Park

Roadtrip Tips

  • ⛽ Fuel is frequent, but top up in small towns

  • 🏕️ Use WikiCamps to find free/paid campgrounds

  • 🐋 Whale season: July–October (Hervey Bay)

  • 🧼 Most campsites offer hot showers and laundry facilities

  • 📶 Signal may drop in rural areas — download offline maps

Ready to hit the road from Brisbane to Townsville? With Imoova’s $1/day vehicle relocation deals, you can travel in comfort for less. Many deals include fuel reimbursements, so it’s never been easier to explore Queensland’s coast.

Brisbane à Townsville Calculateur de Carburant

Brisbane to Townsville road trip scenery

Coût Estimé du Carburant

A$238.40

Basé sur le prix moyen de essence A$1.90 par litre

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