What is the cheapest way to get from Deception Bay to Mackay?

The cheapest way to get from Deception Bay to Mackay is to bus which costs $130 - $190 and takes 17h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Deception Bay to Mackay?

The fastest way to get from Deception Bay to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $110 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Deception Bay and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Deception Bay to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Deception Bay Rd at Bailey Road and arriving at Mackay via Burpengary Bruce Highway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 48m.

How far is it from Deception Bay to Mackay?

The distance between Deception Bay and Mackay is 841 km. The road distance is 918.1 km.

How do I travel from Deception Bay to Mackay without a car?

The best way to get from Deception Bay to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 14h 22m and costs $45 - $3,400.

How long does it take to get from Deception Bay to Mackay?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Deception Bay to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Deception Bay to Mackay bus from?

Deception Bay to Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Burpengary Bruce Highway station.

Train or bus from Deception Bay to Mackay?

The best way to get from Deception Bay to Mackay is to train which takes 14h 22m and costs $45 - $3,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $190 and takes 17h 48m.

Where does the Deception Bay to Mackay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Deception Bay to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Deception Bay to Mackay is 918 km. It takes approximately 10h 45m to drive from Deception Bay to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 86+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

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

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Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Rothwell station, platform 1 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY)BNE - MKY
3h 55m
$118–336
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Caboolture to MackaySpirit of Queensland
14h 22m
$46–3,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Burpengary Bruce Highway to MackayPm16
17h 48m
$130–190
Drive 918.1 km
1. Drive from Deception Bay to Mackay918.1 km
10h 45m
$175–252
Bus via Brisbane (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to MackayTownsville / ...
18h 30m
$152–352

Deception Bay to Mackay by bus and train

4Weekly Services

14h 22mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 841 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Deception Bay, QLD, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Caboolture to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $45–3,332 and the journey takes 12h 33m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Burpengary Bruce Highway to Mackay once daily. Tickets cost $130–190 and the journey takes 16h 40m.

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