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

The cheapest way to get from Caloundra to Mackay is to drive which costs $160 - $240 and takes 10h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caloundra to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 4h 56m and costs $110 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Caloundra and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Caloundra station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Caloundra station and arriving at Mackay via Mooloolaba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 31m.

How far is it from Caloundra to Mackay?

The distance between Caloundra and Mackay is 899 km. The road distance is 875.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Caloundra to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 13h 53m and costs $40 - $3,400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Caloundra to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caloundra to Mackay bus from?

Caloundra to Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Mooloolaba station.

Train or bus from Caloundra to Mackay?

The best way to get from Caloundra to Mackay is to train which takes 13h 53m and costs $40 - $3,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $350 and takes 17h 31m.

Where does the Caloundra to Mackay bus arrive?

Caloundra to Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Mackay station.

Can I drive from Caloundra to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Caloundra to Mackay is 875 km. It takes approximately 10h 21m to drive from Caloundra to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 87+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

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

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Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY)plane BNE - MKY
4h 56m
$118–326
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nambour to Mackaytrain Spirit of Queensland
13h 53m
$42–3,360
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Mackaybus Pm16
17h 31m
$120–350
Drive 875.4 km
1. Drive from Caloundra to Mackaycar 875.4 km
10h 21m
$165–239
Bus via Maroochydore (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Maroochydore to Mackaybus Cairns
17h 57m
$140–350

Caloundra to Mackay by bus and train

4Weekly Services

13h 53mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 899.1 km
Duration: 4h 56m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Nambour to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $40–3,130 and the journey takes 11h 37m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Mooloolaba to Mackay once daily. Tickets cost $120–180 and the journey takes 15h 55m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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