Quilpie is the perfect base to explore our Shire’s small towns—easy to navigate on well-maintained roads with conventional vehicles. Before you go, check our road safety and mobile coverage info to stay connected and safe. Enjoy your outback adventure with confidence!

The Quilpie region is easily accessible via fully sealed roads, so you can travel comfortably in a conventional vehicle.

Distance from Quilpie town centre:

  • Toompine is 77km south on a sealed road
  • Eromanga is 108km west on a sealed road
  • Adavale is 96km north on a sealed road
  • Cheepie is 74km east on a sealed road

However, driving in the outback requires a bit of extra care…

  • Not all roads are dual carriage, so be cautious of oncoming traffic. If you see a truck coming, pull completely off the road.

  • When passing other vehicles, slow down to avoid stone chips damaging your windscreen.

  • Check the weather before you hit the road

  • Take regular breaks and pack plenty of snacks and water.

  • Watch out for wildlife, especially at sunrise and sunset, as animals are most active during these times.

  • Drive safely and enjoy your adventure!

More helpful information…

Mobile Phone Coverage

To check mobile coverage in the Quilpie Shire, visit Telstra’s coverage map and search your chosen location, or contact Telstra directly for more information.

Dept. Of Transport & Main Roads – Road Conditions

Call 131 940 or visit them online at www.qldtraffic.qld.gov.au

All main highways leading to Quilpie are fully sealed…

Toompine is 74km south on a sealed road

Eromanga is 108km west on a sealed road

Adavale is 96km north on an sealed road

Cheepie is 74km east on a sealed road

However, driving in the outback requires a bit of extra care…

  • Not all roads are dual carriage, so be cautious of oncoming traffic. If you see a truck coming, pull completely off the road.

  • When passing other vehicles, slow down to avoid stone chips damaging your windscreen.

  • Check the weather before you hit the road

  • Take regular breaks and pack plenty of snacks and water.

  • Watch out for wildlife, especially at sunrise and sunset, as animals are most active during these times.

  • Drive safely and enjoy your adventure!

More helpful information…

Mobile Phone Coverage

For information on mobile coverage in the Quilpie Shire visit www.telstra.com.au/mobile-phones/coverage-networks/our-coverage/ and search the area you wish to visit or contact Telstra directly.

Dept. Of Transport & Main Roads – Road Conditions

Call 131 940 or visit them online at www.qldtraffic.qld.gov.au

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