QANTAS FOUNDERS MUSEUM

The Qantas Founders Museum is located at  Hudson Fysh Drive, Longreach, in the heart of the Queensland Outback. It’s approximately 1200 kilometres drive north-west of the capital city of Brisbane, and about a seven-and-a-half-hour drive west of Rockhampton. Regular flights are available with QantasLink and Rex Airlines. The Spirit of the Outback, operated by Queensland Rail, offers long-distance rail journeys from Brisbane to Longreach and return twice weekly. Greyhound Australia offers long-distance coach services to the town. While there is no public transport in Longreach, a local taxi does service the area. Please call (07) 4658 0900 for bookings. 

The Longreach Visitor Information Centre can provide valuable insights on accommodation, attractions and road conditions in the area, and can assist with travel bookings to ensure a seamless travel experience. Please visit experiencelongreach.com.au or call (07) 4658 4141.

Accessible car parking is provided within 10 metres of the museum entrance. The Museum itself is all on one level and is wheelchair accessible, with wide doorways and space within to manoeuvre with ease. Accessible bathrooms with braille signage are available at both the front and rear of the building. Please note that access to aircraft on tours of the Airpark is only available via stairs. The Museum underwent an accessibility audit in late 2023 and is currently working on implementing recommendations to further improve accessibility.

The Light and Sound Show is a 25-minute experience, requiring guests to stand for the duration of the show. If you require a chair, please speak to the staff on the night. 

Tactile indicators are present at the front door to assist with navigating to the entrance, and registered service dogs are welcome. A grassy area suitable for their toileting is available adjacent to the front entry. 

A quiet area near the front entry keeps in mind the comfort of guests with sensory sensitivities. 

Trained staff are at hand to assist with any accessibility requirements. If you have any questions ahead of your visit, please feel free to contact our friendly team on (07) 4658 3737.