Travel Information

Getting here

Travelling to Quilpie Shire is almost as easy as going from Brisbane to Sydney. You can drive on sealed roads with regular stops for petrol and supplies. You can fly out on the twice-weekly plane from Brisbane and arrive in just over three hours or take the Westlander train to Charleville and then the connecting coach to Quilpie. How about a road trip from Brisbane to Birdsville via Quilpie along the Warrego Way. For more information click here: https://www.outbackqueensland.com.au/drive/warrego-way/

Making Quilpie your base and travelling to the smaller towns within the Shire is easy!

Toompine is 74km South on a sealed road, Eromanga is 108km West on a sealed road, Adavale is 96km North on an unsealed road and Cheepie is 74km East on a sealed road.

Be aware that you do need to take precautions when driving on outback roads:

Not all roads are dual carriage so be aware of oncoming traffic. If a truck is coming towards you please pull entirely off the road.
When passing on outback roads please ensure you slow down to reduce the risk of stone damage to windscreens.
Please be aware of wildlife along these roads especially at sunrise and sunset.
Keep these in mind when travelling on outback roads to ensure your safe arrival in the Quilpie Shire.

Tips for travelling in Outback Queensland

Share the road with road trains

When a road train or heavy vehicle is coming towards you, don’t panic, slow down and move as far left as possible to avoid stone damage to your windscreen. If possible, identify a safe place to stop and pull right over to give the road train the room it needs, especially on single lane roads. Be mindful of the soft edges when trying to get off the road. Road trains can be 55m long and the rear trailer can sway one (1) metre either side!
When a wide load is coming towards you, slow down and where possible, find a safe spot to pull off the road. Listen to UHF 40 for instructions. If you don’t have a radio, don’t worry, the pilot vehicle will signal instructions.

Take care when over-taking

“Stay On Track Outback” encourages those towing to think carefully prior to overtaking any vehicle. Consideration of stopping and taking a break may be a better decision. Enjoy the Outback…perhaps pull over, have a cuppa and then get on the road again.
If you do decide to overtake, allow sufficient space and make allowances for the extra length and width of you towed load. Be careful of soft, rough, steep or gravel edges and roadkill, livestock or wildlife that may impact your ability to control your vehicle.
Communicate by UHF your intention to overtake to a heavy vehicle or another caravan driver.

Avoid Driving At Dusk Or Dawn

Animals are often more active at dawn, dusk or night. Be aware that the lack of light, sunrise/ sunset or darkness can affect how well you see the road and associated hazards. Avoid driving during these times if possible and if you are driving then adjust your speed accordingly.