How to travel from Broken Hill to Hamilton Island, Australia
The distance between Broken Hill and Hamilton Island is around 2,461km (1,529 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 55m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Broken Hill to Hamilton Island by plane, bus, ferry and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Hamilton Island → Broken Hill if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Broken Hill (BHQ) to Hamilton Island (HTI).
- Duration4h 55m
- Flight time4h 50m
- Typical costA$615($415)
Regional Express
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Dubbo Station Coach Bay 1, Newcastle then Brisbane and then to Airlie Beach then take a ferry to Hamilton Island Marina.
- Duration2 days 3h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costA$485($325)
Multiple operators
Train and Ferry
Take the train to Strathfield Station then Brisbane and then to Proserpine then take a ferry to Hamilton Island Marina.
- Duration1 day 19h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical costA$425($285)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Broken Hill and Hamilton Island
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Broken Hill to Hamilton Island by plane, bus, ferry and train. The cheapest option is to take the bus, then take the train and then take a ferry which costs around A$320 ($215) and will take around 3 days 12h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$615 ($415).
The distance between Broken Hill and Hamilton Island is around 2,461km (1,529 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,491km (927 miles)
It takes around 4h 55m to get from Broken Hill and Hamilton Island by plane.
The quickest way to get from Broken Hill to Hamilton Island is to fly which takes around 4h 55m and will set you back approx A$615 ($415).
The cheapest way to travel between Broken Hill and Hamilton Island is to take the bus, then take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around A$320 ($215) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Broken Hill and Hamilton Island. We recommend that you fly from Broken Hill (BHQ) to Hamilton Island (HTI). instead which will take 4h 55m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Broken Hill and Hamilton Island. We recommend that you fly from Broken Hill (BHQ) to Hamilton Island (HTI). instead which will take 4h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Broken Hill and Hamilton Island. Flights depart from Broken Hill (BHQ) and arrive at Hamilton Island (HTI) - via Sydney (SYD). The flight takes around 4h 50m.
There is no direct flight from Broken Hill to Hamilton Island. There is however a flight that goes via Sydney (SYD). This services will take at least 4h 55m (not including layover time).
The flight from Broken Hill to Hamilton Island typically takes around 4h 50m. Flights depart from Broken Hill (BHQ) and and arrive into Hamilton Island (HTI).
The closest major airport to Hamilton Island is Hamilton Island Airport (HTI) (HTI) which is approximately 1km (1 miles) from Hamilton Island. Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) (PPP) and Cairns Airport (CNS) (CNS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Broken Hill to Hamilton Island. We recommend that you fly from Broken Hill (BHQ) to Hamilton Island (HTI). instead which will take 4h 55m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Broken Hill to Hamilton Island is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 55m and will usually cost around A$615 ($415).
Compare travel optionsbetween Broken Hill and Hamilton Island
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 4 similar | 4h 55m | A$615($415) | on demand | 2,461km (1,529 miles) |
| Plane and Ferry | 7hrs | A$790($530) | every 3 hours | 2,526km (1,569 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 8h 10m | A$850($570) | 4 times a week | 2,660km (1,653 miles) |
| Bus to Royal Adelaide Hospital, North Tce, Fly | 11h 15m | A$1,020($685) | 4 times a week | 3,129km (1,945 miles) |
| Plane, Bus and Ferry | 9h 30m | A$850($570) | once daily | 2,688km (1,671 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 2 days 3h | A$485($325) | 3 times a week | 3,401km (2,113 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 1 day 19h | A$425($285) | twice a week | 3,212km (1,996 miles) |
| Train, Bus and Ferry | 2 days 4h | A$500($335) | twice a week | 3,508km (2,180 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Ferry | 3 days 12h | A$320($215) | once a week | 4,489km (2,789 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Broken Hill and Hamilton Island
Airlines
Regional Express
Virgin Australia
Qantas
Train operators
Queensland Rail Travel
Translink QLD
Journey Beyond - Great Southern
Bus companies
NSW TrainLink
Premier Motor Service
Sid Foggs Coaches
Airports near Hamilton Island
The following major airports near Hamilton Island offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Hamilton Island Airport (HTI)
- Distance
- 1km (1 miles) from Hamilton Island
Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)
- Distance
- 45km (28 miles) from Hamilton Island
Cairns Airport (CNS)
- Distance
- 513km (319 miles) from Hamilton Island