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

The cheapest way to get from Chermside to Mackay is to bus which costs $130 - $190 and takes 18h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chermside to Mackay is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $110 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Chermside and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Chermside to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Gympie Rd at Chermside, stop 37/38 and arriving at Mackay via Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 40m.

How far is it from Chermside to Mackay?

The distance between Chermside and Mackay is 813 km. The road distance is 937.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chermside to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 14h 48m and costs $100 - $3,600.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Chermside to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chermside to Mackay bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chermside to Mackay?

The best way to get from Chermside to Mackay is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $110 - $320. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $3,600 and takes 14h 48m, you could also bus via Roma Street busway, platform 2, which costs $160 - $350 and takes 17h 40m.

Where does the Chermside to Mackay bus arrive?

Chermside to Mackay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Mackay station.

Can I drive from Chermside to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Chermside to Mackay is 938 km. It takes approximately 11h to drive from Chermside to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 75+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

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

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)plane BNE - MKY
3h 12m
$117–314
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Roma Street to Mackaytrain Spirit of Queensland
14h 48m
$100–3,600
Bus via Roma Street busway, platform 2 (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mackaybus Townsville / ...
17h 40m
$160–350
Drive 937.6 km
1. Drive from Chermside to Mackaycar 937.6 km
11h
$173–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chermside Gympie Road to Mackaybus Pm16
18h 8m
$130–190

Chermside to Mackay by bus and train

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14h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 812.8 km
Duration: 3h 12m

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY) hourly. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Roma Street to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $100–3,519 and the journey takes 13h 23m.

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