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

The cheapest way to get from Blackbutt to Mackay is to bus via Sunshine Coast which costs $140 - $240 and takes 20h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackbutt to Mackay is to bus and train and fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $140 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Blackbutt and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackbutt to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Blackbutt and arriving at Mackay via Caboolture station, stop B and Burpengary Bruce Highway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 9m.

How far is it from Blackbutt to Mackay?

The distance between Blackbutt and Mackay is 952 km. The road distance is 872 km.

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

The best way to get from Blackbutt to Mackay without a car is to bus and train which takes 15h 13m and costs $120 - $3,500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Blackbutt to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackbutt to Mackay bus from?

Blackbutt to Mackay bus services, operated by Pursers Coaches, depart from Blackbutt station.

Where does the Blackbutt to Mackay bus arrive?

Blackbutt to Mackay bus services, operated by Pursers Coaches, arrive at Caboolture station.

Can I drive from Blackbutt to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackbutt to Mackay is 872 km. It takes approximately 10h 13m to drive from Blackbutt to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 85+ hotels available in Mackay.

Blackbutt to Mackay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Blackbutt to Mackay by bus, train, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Blackbutt to Caboolturebus
2. Take the train from Caboolture station, platform 3 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
3. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY)plane BNE - MKY
5h 28m
$145–341
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackbutt to Caboolturebus
2. Take the train from Caboolture to Mackaytrain Spirit of Queensland
15h 13m
$127–3,436
Bus
1. Take the bus from Blackbutt to Caboolturebus
2. Take the bus from Burpengary Bruce Highway to Mackaybus Pm16
20h 9m
$163–227
Drive 872 km
1. Drive from Blackbutt to Mackaycar 872 km
10h 13m
$155–224
Bus via Sunshine Coast
1. Take the bus from Blackbutt to Caboolturebus
2. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Mackaybus Au050-1 / ...
20h 18m
$144–238

Blackbutt to Mackay by bus and train

3Weekly Services

15h 13mAverage Duration

$127Cheapest Price

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Distance: 952.1 km
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Blackbutt, QLD, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Blackbutt to Mackay via Caboolture, Caboolture station, stop B, Eastern Service Rd at Creek Road, and Burpengary Bruce Highway in around 20h 9m.

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