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

The cheapest way to get from Goonellabah to Mackay is to bus which costs $200 - $270 and takes 22h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goonellabah to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 8h 29m and costs $140 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Goonellabah and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Goonellabah to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Ballina Rd After Rous Rd and arriving at Mackay via Lismore Station, Coach Stop and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 31m.

How far is it from Goonellabah to Mackay?

The distance between Goonellabah and Mackay is 1342 km. The road distance is 1145.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Goonellabah to Mackay without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 38m and costs $170 - $3,700.

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

It takes approximately 9h 14m to get from Goonellabah to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goonellabah to Mackay bus from?

Goonellabah to Mackay bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Lismore Station, Coach Stop.

Where does the Goonellabah to Mackay bus arrive?

Goonellabah to Mackay bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Roma Street Station, Stand F.

What is the time difference between Goonellabah and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Goonellabah. It is currently 10:55 AM in Goonellabah and 9:55 AM in Mackay.

Can I drive from Goonellabah to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Goonellabah to Mackay is 1145 km. It takes approximately 13h 24m to drive from Goonellabah to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 85+ hotels available in Mackay.

Goonellabah to Mackay - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Goonellabah to Mackay by bus, plane, 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.

Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly to Mackay
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange – Tamar Street to Coffs Harbour Airport - Under Awning at Flight Departuresbus
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Mackay (MKY)plane CFS - MKY
9h 14m
$560–828
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Mackay
cheapest
1. Take the train from Casino Station to Roma Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY)plane BNE - MKY
8h 29m
$147–491
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Goonellabah James Rd Bus Stop to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Mackaytrain Spirit of Queensland
18h 38m
$171–3,680
Bus via Lismore Station, Coach Stop
1. Take the bus from Lismore Station, Coach Stop to Roma Street Station, Stand Fbus 175
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mackaybus Townsville / ...
21h 31m
$183–383
Drive 1,145.5 km
1. Drive from Goonellabah to Mackaycar 1,145.5 km
13h 24m
$211–305
Fly Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane BNK - PPP
2. Take the train from Proserpine to Mackaytrain
10h 38m
$348–1,332
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Moranbah Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Casino Station to Roma Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Moranbah Airport (MOV)plane BNE - MOV
3. Drive from Moranbah Airport (MOV) to Mackaycar
11h 10m
$427–1,041
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
1. Take the train from Casino Station to Roma Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane BNE - PPP
3. Take the train from Proserpine to Mackaytrain
11h 24m
$203–1,251
Bus
1. Take the bus from Goonellabah James Rd Bus Stop to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackaybus Pm16
22h 35m
$201–270

Goonellabah to Mackay by bus and train

4Weekly Services

18h 38mAverage Duration

$171Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,342 km
Duration: 9h 14m

What companies run services between Goonellabah, NSW, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Ballina Rd After Rous Rd to Mackay via Lismore Station, Coach Stop, Roma Street Station, Stand F, and Brisbane in around 21h 31m.

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