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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Mackay is to shuttle and fly which costs $290 - $490 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Mackay is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 55m and costs $290 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Mackay via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and Brisbane Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at Mackay via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 36m.

How far is it from Geelong to Mackay?

The distance between Geelong and Mackay is 1962 km. The road distance is 2349.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 42h 36m and costs $240 - $4,200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Geelong to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Mackay bus from?

Geelong to Mackay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Mackay train from?

Geelong to Mackay train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Geelong Station.

Train, bus or fly from Geelong to Mackay?

The best way to get from Geelong to Mackay is to train which takes 42h 36m and costs $240 - $4,200. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $220 - $850 and takes 8h 8m, you could also bus, which costs $280 - $500 and takes 46h 57m.

Where does the Geelong to Mackay bus arrive?

Geelong to Mackay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Geelong to Mackay train arrive?

Geelong to Mackay train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Geelong to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Mackay is 2349 km. It takes approximately 26h 25m to drive from Geelong to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 96+ hotels available in Mackay.

Geelong to Mackay - 7 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Geelong to Mackay by shuttle, plane, train, bus, 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.

Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Mackay
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay (MKY)plane MEL - MKY
6h 55m
$299–489
Fly Avalon Airport to Mackay
cheapest
1. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Mackay (MKY)plane AVV - MKY
8h 8m
$224–817
Train
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
4. Take the train from Roma Street to Mackaytrain
42h 36m
$243–4,111
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackaybus
46h 44m
$373–801
Drive 2,349.2 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Mackaycar 2,349.2 km
26h 25m
$415–600
Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane MEL - PPP
3. Take the train from Proserpine to Mackaytrain
7h 55m
$250–1,099
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Roma Street Station, Stand Fbus
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Mackaybus
46h 57m
$281–500

Geelong to Mackay by train

4Weekly Trains

42h 36mAverage Duration

$243Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,961.5 km
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Geelong, VIC, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Geelong Station to Mackay via Southern Cross, Central Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 42h 36m. Alternatively, Jetstar and Qantas fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Mackay (MKY) 4 times a day.

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