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

The cheapest way to get from Caboolture to Mackay is to bus via Sunshine Coast which costs $110 - $220 and takes 17h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caboolture to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 3h 43m and costs $110 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Caboolture and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Caboolture station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Caboolture station, stop A and arriving at Mackay via Landsborough station, stop A and Mooloolaba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Caboolture and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Caboolture and arriving at Mackay. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 12h 33m.

How far is it from Caboolture to Mackay?

The distance between Caboolture and Mackay is 849 km. The road distance is 902.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Caboolture to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 12h 33m and costs $95 - $3,400.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Caboolture to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caboolture to Mackay bus from?

Caboolture to Mackay bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Mooloolaba station.

Where do I catch the Caboolture to Mackay train from?

Caboolture to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Caboolture station.

Train or bus from Caboolture to Mackay?

The best way to get from Caboolture to Mackay is to train which takes 12h 33m and costs $95 - $3,400. Alternatively, you can bus via Sunshine Coast, which costs $110 - $220 and takes 17h 33m.

Where does the Caboolture to Mackay bus arrive?

Caboolture to Mackay bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Mackay station.

Where does the Caboolture to Mackay train arrive?

Caboolture to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Mackay station.

Can I drive from Caboolture to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Caboolture to Mackay is 903 km. It takes approximately 10h 38m to drive from Caboolture to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 74+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

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

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Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Caboolture station, platform 3 to Eagle Junction station, platform 1train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY)plane BNE - MKY
3h 43m
$118–304
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Caboolture to Mackaytrain Spirit of Queensland
12h 33m
$95–3,332
Bus via Sunshine Coast
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Mackaybus Au050-1 / ...
17h 33m
$112–212
Drive 902.9 km
1. Drive from Caboolture to Mackaycar 902.9 km
10h 38m
$163–235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Burpengary Bruce Highway to Mackaybus Pm16
18h 15m
$130–190

Caboolture to Mackay by train

4Weekly Trains

12h 33mAverage Duration

$95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 848.8 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Caboolture to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $95–3,332 and the journey takes 12h 33m. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Mooloolaba to Mackay twice daily. Tickets cost $110–210 and the journey takes 15h 6m.

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