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

The cheapest way to get from Giru to Mackay is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Giru to Mackay is to taxi and fly which takes 1h 49m and costs $360 - $800.

Is there a direct train between Giru and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Giru and arriving at Mackay. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Giru to Mackay?

The distance between Giru and Mackay is 388 km. The road distance is 340.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Giru to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs $17 - $1,300.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Giru to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Giru to Mackay train from?

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

Train or bus from Giru to Mackay?

The best way to get from Giru to Mackay is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs $17 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $280 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Giru to Mackay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Giru to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Giru to Mackay is 341 km. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Giru to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 86+ hotels available in Mackay.

Giru to Mackay - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Giru to Mackay by taxi, plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Giru to Townsville-Airport-TSV
2. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Mackay (MKY)TSV - MKY
1h 49m
$368–774
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Giru to MackaySpirit of Queensland
4h 16m
$17–1,209
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr to MackayBrisbane
6h 53m
$52–277
Drive 340.9 km
1. Drive from Giru to Mackay340.9 km
4h 2m
$65–94

Giru to Mackay by train

4Weekly Trains

4h 16mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 387.9 km
Duration: 1h 49m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Giru to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $17–1,209 and the journey takes 4h 16m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Ayr to Mackay 3 times a day. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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