Plan Your Journey

Getting Here

Just one hour by air or one day's drive from Brisbane, Charleville is your gateway to outback Queensland. Whether you fly, drive, catch the train, or take the bus, the journey is part of the adventure.

Choose Your Route

How to Get Here

Drive to Charleville
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Drive

From Brisbane

~8 hours 756 km

Take the Warrego Highway west through Toowoomba, Dalby, Roma, and Mitchell. The drive offers stunning outback scenery and plenty of stops along the way.

Tips

  • Fill up at Roma or Mitchell
  • Watch for wildlife at dawn/dusk
  • Rest stops available throughout
Fly to Charleville
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Fly

Rex Airlines

~2 hours Brisbane → Charleville

Rex Airlines operates regular flights from Brisbane to Charleville Airport. The quickest way to reach the outback with spectacular aerial views.

Tips

  • Book early for best fares
  • Baggage allowances apply
  • Airport 2km from town centre
Train to Charleville
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Rail

Westlander

~17 hours Brisbane → Charleville

The Westlander is Queensland's western rail journey, departing Brisbane twice weekly. Experience the classic Australian rail adventure through changing landscapes.

Tips

  • Departs Tues & Thurs evenings
  • Buffet car on board
Bus to Charleville
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Bus

Greyhound

~10 hours Brisbane → Charleville

Greyhound Australia connects Brisbane to Charleville with comfortable coaches. An affordable option with stops at major towns along the route.

Tips

  • Multiple departure times
  • Wi-Fi on most services
  • Accessible seating available

Location

Find Charleville

Charleville is located in southwest Queensland, Australia, 740km west of Brisbane at the junction of the Warrego and Mitchell Highways, in the heart of mulga country. The event is held at Charleville Airport, just 2km from the town centre.

📍 Event Location

Charleville Airport
Airport Drive, Charleville QLD 4470

 

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