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

The cheapest way to get from Cardwell to Mackay is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardwell to Mackay is to drive which takes 6h 30m and costs $100 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Cardwell and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardwell and arriving at Mackay. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Cardwell and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardwell and arriving at Mackay. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Cardwell to Mackay?

The distance between Cardwell and Mackay is 532 km. The road distance is 549.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardwell to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs $60 - $2,000.

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

The train from Cardwell to Mackay takes 7h 35m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Cardwell to Mackay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardwell to Mackay train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardwell to Mackay?

The best way to get from Cardwell to Mackay is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs $60 - $2,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $210 and takes 9h 8m.

Where does the Cardwell to Mackay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardwell to Mackay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardwell to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardwell to Mackay is 550 km. It takes approximately 6h 30m to drive from Cardwell to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 75+ hotels available in Mackay.

Cardwell to Mackay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Cardwell to Mackay by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardwell to Mackaytrain Spirit of Queensland
7h 35m
$60–1,985
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardwell to Mackaybus Au050 / ...
9h 8m
$75–210
Drive 549.6 km
1. Drive from Cardwell to Mackaycar 549.6 km
6h 30m
$101–146
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardwell to Cairns Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Mackay (MKY)plane CNS - MKY
8h 36m
$270–1,217

Cardwell to Mackay by train

4Weekly Trains

7h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 531.6 km
Duration: 7h 35m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cardwell to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $60–1,985 and the journey takes 7h 35m. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Cardwell to Mackay twice daily. Tickets cost $70–130 and the journey takes 9h 8m. Two other operators also service this route.

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