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

The cheapest way to get from Broadbeach to Mackay is to train and bus which costs $130 - $200 and takes 20h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Broadbeach to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $120 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Broadbeach and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Broadbeach to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Old Burleigh Rd at Britannia Avenue and arriving at Mackay via Surfers Paradise Coach Transit Centre, Beach Rd and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Broadbeach and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Broadbeach station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Broadbeach North station, platform 1 and arriving at Mackay via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 22m.

How far is it from Broadbeach to Mackay?

The distance between Broadbeach and Mackay is 900 km. The road distance is 1026.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Broadbeach to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 16h 22m and costs $45 - $3,600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Broadbeach to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Broadbeach to Mackay bus from?

Broadbeach to Mackay bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Surfers Paradise Coach Transit Centre, Beach Rd station.

Where do I catch the Broadbeach to Mackay train from?

Broadbeach to Mackay train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Broadbeach to Mackay?

The best way to get from Broadbeach to Mackay is to train which takes 16h 22m and costs $45 - $3,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $370 and takes 19h 26m.

Where does the Broadbeach to Mackay bus arrive?

Broadbeach to Mackay bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Roma Street Station, Stand F.

Where does the Broadbeach to Mackay train arrive?

Broadbeach to Mackay train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Broadbeach to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Broadbeach to Mackay is 1026 km. It takes approximately 12h 3m to drive from Broadbeach to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 86+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Broadbeach to Mackay by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International Airport Station
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY)BNE - MKY
5h 7m
$120–338
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma StreetVlbr / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street to MackaySpirit of Queensland
16h 22m
$46–3,602
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise Coach Transit Centre, Beach Rd to Roma Street Station, Stand F175
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to MackayTownsville / ...
19h 26m
$160–366
Drive 1,026.1 km
1. Drive from Broadbeach to Mackay1,026.1 km
12h 3m
$195–281
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma StreetVlbr / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to MackayPm16
20h 19m
$132–192

Broadbeach to Mackay by tram and train

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16h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 899.8 km
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a vehicle from Broadbeach North station, platform 1 to Mackay via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, and Roma Street in around 16h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Burleigh Rd at Britannia Avenue to Mackay via Remembrance Dr at Bruce Bishop Car Park, Surfers Paradise Coach Transit Centre, Beach Rd, Roma Street Station, Stand F, and Brisbane in around 19h 26m.

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