Is there a train to Toowoomba?

No, passenger rail services to Toowoomba were discontinued; bus is the primary public transport.

How long is the drive?

The drive takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes under normal traffic conditions.

What is the best highway?

The Warrego Highway (A2) is the primary and most efficient route.

Yes, the Gateway Motorway (M1/M7) involves tolls if you use the tunnel or bridge.

The Toowoomba Range crossing is a steep incline, ensure your vehicle's cooling system is in good order.

Cannon Hill

Toowoomba

Bus Driving

Cannon Hill to Toowoomba

Updated: 29 May 2026

The journey from Cannon Hill to Toowoomba covers approximately 135 km via the M7 and Warrego Highway. Driving typically takes 1 hour and 45 minutes depending on traffic through the Brisbane CBD. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brisbane Roma Street Station. Toowoomba sits on the Great Dividing Range, offering a cooler climate and historic architecture. This route is a popular transition from the coastal plains to the Darling Downs region.

Total Distance: 135 km driving distance; 115 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Driving via the Warrego Highway is the fastest, taking under 2 hours outside of peak traffic.

Cheapest Way

Driving is the cheapest option if traveling with more than one person, costing roughly $30 in fuel.

Compare Cannon Hill to Toowoomba Routes

	Bus Direct	Driving Direct
Duration	2 hours 30 mins	1 hour 45 mins
Avg Price	$30-$50	$25-$35 fuel
Operator	Greyhound Australia	N/A
Route	Roma Street Station to Toowoomba Bus Station.	M7 Gateway Motorway to Warrego Highway (A2).
Tip	Book online in advance to secure lower fares on peak weekend services.	Avoid peak hour traffic at the Ipswich Motorway merge to save 30 minutes.

Travel Tips

Check Weather
Toowoomba is significantly colder than Brisbane; pack a jacket even in summer.
Fuel Up
Fill your tank in Cannon Hill or Ipswich, as fuel prices can be higher in the range.
Traffic Timing
Avoid the Warrego Highway on Friday afternoons when Brisbane residents head west.
Parking
Use the multi-story car parks in the CBD for secure, all-day parking.
Walking
The city center is compact and very walkable once you arrive.

Safety Tips

Range Driving
The Toowoomba Range can be foggy; use your headlights and reduce speed.
Wildlife
Be cautious of kangaroos at dawn and dusk on the outskirts of the city.
Road Conditions
Check the QLD Traffic website for any roadworks on the Warrego Highway before departing.
Emergency
Keep a mobile phone charged as reception is excellent, but help can be distant on rural stretches.