🔍

Kaimkillenbun

QLD 4406 • Queensland

248
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
207.67 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricDarling Downs

About Kaimkillenbun

Kaimkillenbun is a small rural town and locality in the Western Downs Region of Queensland, situated approximately 27.5 kilometres north-east of Dalby and 92 kilometres north-west of Toowoomba. Covering around 208 square kilometres of the Darling Downs' rich agricultural land, the locality holds the distinction of being Queensland's longest place name. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 248 residents, with the surrounding area supporting grain cropping and livestock farming across the fertile Western Downs plains.

Kaimkillenbun is perhaps most famous for "The Bun Pub" (the historic Kenilworth Hotel, first licensed in 1911), whose walls bear signatures of soldiers who enlisted for World War I. The town gained broader recognition as the filming location for the 1983 Nicole Kidman film "Chase Through the Night" and is the birthplace of Olympic basketballer John Dorge. Dalby provides schools, shops, and services for residents, while Toowoomba is under an hour away. The locality has a post office established in 1909 and a strong sense of rural Darling Downs identity.

Kaimkillenbun falls under postcode 4406 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4406
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.06°, 151.43°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
207.67 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kaimkillenbun Station (freight only)
0.5 km
5–10 min

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A Car required; Dalby ~27 km (~25 min drive)

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
221 km
By Train
No direct passenger rail; drive to Toowoomba (~92 km), then Queensland Rail or coach to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2–2.5 hrs

🛣️ Via Dalby–Toowoomba Road then Warrego Highway; Toowoomba is the nearest regional city

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kaimkillenbun is a very small rural town with a pub and post office but no supermarket or daily services; a car is essential for all significant errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
248
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kaimkillenbun known for? +

Kaimkillenbun is famous for being Queensland's longest place name and for "The Bun Pub" (the historic Kenilworth Hotel), a beloved outback watering hole whose walls were signed by World War I soldiers. The town was also the filming location for Nicole Kidman's 1983 film "Chase Through the Night" and is the birthplace of Olympic basketballer John Dorge.

How far is Kaimkillenbun from Dalby? +

Kaimkillenbun is approximately 27.5 kilometres north-east of Dalby, making it about a 25-minute drive to the nearest major service town. Toowoomba, the nearest regional city, is approximately 92 kilometres away.

Does Kaimkillenbun have public transport? +

Kaimkillenbun has no regular passenger rail or bus service. The town has a railway station on the Millmerran Branch Line, but it operates as freight only. A private vehicle is essential for all transport needs, with Dalby providing the nearest services.

What is the population of Kaimkillenbun? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kaimkillenbun has a population of 248 residents across its 208 square kilometres. It is a very small rural town typical of the Western Downs agricultural region.

Is Kaimkillenbun a good place to live? +

Kaimkillenbun suits those who embrace the wide-open spaces and community character of outback Queensland farming life. The Western Downs offers fertile agricultural land and genuine country hospitality, while Dalby and Toowoomba provide urban services within easy driving distance.

What is the postcode for Kaimkillenbun? +

The postcode for Kaimkillenbun is 4406, in the Western Downs Region of Queensland.