Brisbane to Longreach road trip: Distance, drive time & attractions
Brisbane to Longreach road trip stops: Chinchilla, Dalby and Roma
From Dalby to Roma, the best stop is in Chinchilla – the self-styled watermelon capital of Australia. Learning about the town’s heroic battle against prickly pears is an unexpected highlight of the Chinchilla Historical Museum.
Best places to stay in Chinchilla.
The top Chinchilla accommodation options are:
- First choice for overall quality: Chinchilla Downtown Motor Inn.
- For villas at bargain rates: Chinchilla Motor Inn.
- For a good outdoor pool and affordable prices: Palms Motor Inn.
After travelling from Dalby to Chinchilla, Miles makes for a nice stop on the Chinchilla to Roma leg. The Miles Historical Village does the recreated history, while Chinamans Lagoon fills with rare pink lilies.
Roma lies on the cusp of the outback. Attractions include the Three Dimensional Mural, the Big Rig and cattle auction tours at the Roma Saleyards. This is a logical spot for an overnight stop, too.
Where to stay in Roma, Queensland
- Accommodation in Roma, Queensland, costs from $80 a night.
- The Best Western Bungil Creek is the best bet for business travellers. The Mandalay Motel has the best central location.
- For best overall quality, the winner is arguably the Roma Explorers Inn. And the Roma Motel hits the sweet spot of convenient location, good value for money and a pool.