The BIGGEST and best celebration of all things Beef is just around the corner. From 5th – 12th May 2024, Rockhampton will come to life with more than 120,000 visitors from across the nation and around the world.
However you are arriving, we have put together everything you need to know to make your trip to the Beef Capital as stress free as possible.
Get moooo’ving and plan your trip today! Read below for air, road, rail and other travel information…
ROAD
The Capricorn Coast region is approximately 630km north of the state capital of Brisbane. Many of the major touring routes lead directly to Rockhampton and on to Yeppoon or to Central Queensland Highlands. These include:
• Pacific Coast Way
• Leichhardt Way
• Capricorn Way
• Australia’s Country Way
• Great Inland Way (Central Queensland Highlands)
AIR (Rockhampton Airport)
Bonza fly direct from Melbourne, Cairns, Townsville and Sunshine Coast.
QantasLink and Virgin Australia fly direct from Brisbane with connections on to all other major ports.
For more information on flying to the Capricorn Coast region visit: Rockhampton Airport or Emerald Airport
RAIL (Rockhampton Rail Station)
Spirit of Queensland visits Rockhampton on its Brisbane to Cairns journey.
Tilt Train departs Brisbane six days a week to Rockhampton.
For more information on this rail network visit: Queensland Rail Travel
BUS (Rockhampton Station)
Greyhound Australia coaches offer a range of flexible itinerary options.
Central Queensland is an easy self-drive destination, however if driving isn’t your go to transport method, here’s all you need to know… If you are flying into Emerald or Rockhampton or arriving by rail or bus, then there’s numerous options to get you around.
Hire Car
All major hire car companies are based in Rockhampton and Emerald. Budget Car Rental offer great one way hire options if you are looking to explore the Southern Great Barrier Reef region.
Transfers & Limousines
(Rockhampton > Yeppoon/Emu Park):
• CQ Connections
• Tropical Luxury Cars Yeppoon
• Little Johhny’s Tours & Rentals
• Business Class Limousines
• Hop to It Transfers
• Keppel Coaches
• Prestige Luxury Service
Shuttle Bus:
Youngs Bus Service provides daily services between Rockhampton, Yeppoon and Rockhampton Airport.
Taxis and Ride Share options are also available throughout the region.
Getting to Great Keppel Island: Freedom Fast Cats departs from Pier One, John Howes Drive Rosslyn Bay and Keppel Konnections departs from Keppel Bay Marina, Rosslyn Bay, Red Jetty.
Both offer daily services to and from Great Keppel Island.
Getting to Pumpkin Island: The Pumpkin Express operates Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Arrivals and departures are tide dependent so make sure you know the times of transfers when booking and making travel arrangements.
There is just so much on offer! With the help of these handy travel guides, maps and trail inspirations, you’ll really make the most of your stay during Beef 2024.
From five-star to budget-friendly, you are spoilt for choice for accommodation.
Whatever your taste (or your budget) you’ll have a comfy place to rest your head. Beach front cabins with breathtaking views, secluded glamping in pristine wilderness and holiday parks boasting kid-friendly waterparks are just a few of the options available for your Capricorn holiday.
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