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

The cheapest way to get from Emerald to Mackay is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Emerald to Mackay is to fly which takes 4h 26m and costs $500 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Emerald and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Emerald to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Emerald and arriving at Mackay via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Emerald and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Emerald to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Emerald and arriving at Mackay via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 51m.

How far is it from Emerald to Mackay?

The distance between Emerald and Mackay is 291 km. The road distance is 376.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Emerald to Mackay without a car is to bus which takes 8h 5m and costs $95 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Emerald to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Mackay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Emerald to Mackay train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Emerald to Mackay?

The best way to get from Emerald to Mackay is to fly which takes 4h 26m and costs $500 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $220 and takes 8h 5m, you could also train, which costs $30 - $2,300 and takes 10h 51m.

Where does the Emerald to Mackay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Emerald to Mackay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Emerald to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Emerald to Mackay is 376 km. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Emerald to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 85+ hotels available in Mackay.

Emerald to Mackay - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Emerald to Mackay by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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 Emerald Airport (EMD) to Mackay (MKY)EMD - MKY
4h 26m
$518–821
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Emerald to RockhamptonSpirit of the Outback
2. Take the train from Rockhampton to MackaySpirit of Queensland
10h 51m
$30–2,211
Bus
1. Take the bus from Emerald to RockhamptonRockhampton
2. Take the bus from Rockhampton to MackayTownsville / ...
8h 5m
$99–211
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Emerald to Rockhampton RailwayRockhampton
2. Take the train from Rockhampton to MackaySpirit of Queensland
8h 49m
$65–1,290
Drive 376.3 km
1. Drive from Emerald to Mackay376.3 km
4h 47m
$72–104
Bus via Carmila
1. Take the bus from Emerald to Rockhampton
2. Take the bus from Rockhampton George Street to Carmila
3. Take the bus from Carmila to Mackay
10h
$107–181

Emerald to Mackay by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 5mAverage Duration

$99Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Emerald to Mackay.

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Distance: 291.5 km
Duration: 4h 26m

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

Qantas and Virgin Australia fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Mackay (MKY) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Emerald to Mackay via Rockhampton in around 8h 5m.

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