The train between Mackay and Parkes takes 2d 17h. The train runs, on average, once a week from Mackay to Parkes. 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 once a week between Mackay and Parkes. The service departs Mackay at 7:19 PM in the evening, which arrives into Parkes at 12:50:00. All services require a transfer at Roma Street and take an average of 2d 17h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Parkes. However, there are services departing from Mackay station and arriving at Parkes station via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2d 17h.
Mackay to Parkes train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Mackay station.
Mackay to Parkes train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Parkes Station.
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The distance between Mackay and Parkes is 1,336.1 km. The road distance is 2,351 km.
You can take a train from Mackay to Parkes Station via Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Strathfield Station in around 36h 8m.