What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay is to bus which costs $120 - $350 and takes 16h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay is to fly which takes 3h 4m and costs $110 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane Roma Street and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brisbane and arriving at Mackay. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Brisbane Roma Street and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Roma Street and arriving at Mackay. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 13h 23m.

How far is it from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay?

The distance between Brisbane Roma Street and Mackay is 813 km. The road distance is 947.1 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 13h 23m and costs $45 - $3,600.

How long does it take to get from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay bus from?

Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where do I catch the Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay train from?

Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Roma Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay?

The best way to get from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay is to fly which takes 3h 4m and costs $110 - $340. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $3,600 and takes 13h 23m, you could also bus, which costs $120 - $350 and takes 16h 15m.

Where does the Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay bus arrive?

Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Mackay station.

Where does the Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay train arrive?

Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Mackay station.

Can I drive from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay is 947 km. It takes approximately 11h 8m to drive from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 85+ hotels available in Mackay.

Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY)BNE - MKY
3h 4m
$118–334
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Roma Street to MackaySpirit of Queensland
13h 23m
$45–3,519
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to MackayTownsville / ...
16h 15m
$120–350
Drive 947.1 km
1. Drive from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay947.1 km
11h 8m
$181–261

Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay by train

4Weekly Trains

13h 23mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 813 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Brisbane Roma Street, QLD, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Roma Street to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $45–3,519 and the journey takes 13h 23m.

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