What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Mackay?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Mackay is to train and fly which costs $240 - $440 and takes 8h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Mackay?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 8h 1m and costs $240 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and arriving at Mackay via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, King George Square, 1c and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Mackay via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 59m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Mackay?

The distance between Ballarat and Mackay is 1993 km. The road distance is 2250.2 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Mackay without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 42h 59m and costs $240 - $4,200.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Mackay?

It takes approximately 8h 1m to get from Ballarat to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Mackay bus from?

Ballarat to Mackay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Mackay train from?

Ballarat to Mackay train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ballarat Station.

Train or bus from Ballarat to Mackay?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Mackay is to train which takes 42h 59m and costs $240 - $4,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $350 - $900 and takes 46h 7m.

Where does the Ballarat to Mackay bus arrive?

Ballarat to Mackay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

What is the time difference between Ballarat and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Ballarat. It is currently 7:34 AM in Ballarat and 6:34 AM in Mackay.

Where does the Ballarat to Mackay train arrive?

Ballarat to Mackay train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Mackay is 2250 km. It takes approximately 27h 9m to drive from Ballarat to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 83+ hotels available in Mackay.

Ballarat to Mackay - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Ballarat to Mackay by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Mackay
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Melton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay (MKY)plane MEL - MKY
8h 1m
$248–431
Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Melton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane MEL - PPP
3. Take the train from Proserpine to Mackaytrain
8h 56m
$219–861
Train
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
4. Take the train from Roma Street to Mackaytrain
42h 59m
$244–4,112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
4. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mackaybus
46h 7m
$358–878
Drive 2,250.2 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Mackaycar 2,250.2 km
27h 9m
$403–582
Train, bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Mackay
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminalbus
3. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Mackay (MKY)plane AVV - MKY
9h 48m
$247–890
Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Moranbah Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Melton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Moranbah Airport (MOV)plane MEL - MOV
3. Drive from Moranbah Airport (MOV) to Mackaycar
10h 27m
$238–861
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpoolbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackaybus
2d 2h
$358–489

Ballarat to Mackay by train

4Weekly Trains

42h 59mAverage Duration

$244Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,993.5 km
Duration: 8h 1m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Mackay via Southern Cross, Central Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 42h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Mackay via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Brisbane, King George Square, 1c, Roma Street busway, platform 1, and Brisbane in around 46h 7m.

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