The average train between Mackay and Longreach takes 46h 51m and the fastest train takes 45h 11m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Mackay to Longreach. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice a week between Mackay and Longreach. The earliest departure is at 7:19 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Mackay is at 7:19 PM which arrives into Longreach at 7:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 46h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Longreach. However, there are services departing from Mackay station and arriving at Longreach station via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 51m.
Mackay to Longreach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Mackay station.
Mackay to Longreach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Longreach station.
The distance between Mackay and Longreach is 565.1 km. The road distance is 1,012 km.
You can take a train from Mackay to Longreach via Rockhampton in around 20h 2m.