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

The cheapest way to get from Emerald to Mareeba is to drive which costs $180 - $280 and takes 11h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Emerald to Mareeba is to drive and fly and bus which takes 8h 4m and costs $550 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Emerald and Mareeba?

No, there is no direct bus from Emerald to Mareeba. However, there are services departing from Emerald and arriving at Mareeba via Rockhampton George Street and Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 30m.

How far is it from Emerald to Mareeba?

The distance between Emerald and Mareeba is 867 km. The road distance is 991.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Emerald to Mareeba without a car is to bus and train which takes 23h 6m and costs $120 - $4,100.

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

It takes approximately 8h 41m to get from Emerald to Mareeba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Mareeba bus from?

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

Where does the Emerald to Mareeba bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Emerald to Mareeba?

Yes, the driving distance between Emerald to Mareeba is 991 km. It takes approximately 11h 32m to drive from Emerald to Mareeba.

Where can I stay near Mareeba?

There are eight+ hotels available in Mareeba.

Emerald to Mareeba - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Emerald to Mareeba by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), 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 from Emerald Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Cairns (CNS)plane EMD - CNS
2. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Mareebabus
8h 41m
$512–956
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Emerald to Rockhampton Railwaybus
2. Take the train from Rockhampton to Cairns Central Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Mareebabus
23h 6m
$123–4,025
Bus
1. Take the bus from Emerald to Rockhamptonbus
2. Take the bus from Rockhampton George Street to Cairns Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Mareebabus
23h 30m
$203–316
Drive 991.5 km
1. Drive from Emerald to Mareebacar 991.5 km
11h 32m
$189–272
Drive to Moranbah Airport, fly, bus
1. Drive from Emerald to Moranbah Airport (MOV)car
2. Fly from Moranbah Airport (MOV) to Cairns (CNS)plane MOV - CNS
3. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Mareebabus
8h 4m
$563–1,091

Emerald to Mareeba by bus and train

4Weekly Services

23h 6mAverage Duration

$123Cheapest Price

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Distance: 866.5 km
Duration: 8h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Emerald to Mareeba via Rockhampton George Street and Cairns Central Station in around 23h 30m.

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