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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Mackay is to bus via Kingsford Smith Dr at Bretts Wharf, stop 19 which costs $130 - $190 and takes 18h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Mackay is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs $110 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Kingsford Smith Dr at Bretts Wharf, stop 19 and arriving at Mackay via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Ascot station, platform 1 and arriving at Mackay via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 47m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Mackay?

The distance between Hamilton and Mackay is 808 km. The road distance is 945.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 14h 47m and costs $45 - $3,600.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Hamilton to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Mackay bus from?

Hamilton to Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Brisbane Roma Street station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Mackay train from?

Hamilton to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Roma Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Hamilton to Mackay?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Mackay is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs $110 - $300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $3,600 and takes 14h 47m, you could also bus, which costs $150 - $350 and takes 17h 39m.

Where does the Hamilton to Mackay bus arrive?

Hamilton to Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Mackay station.

Where does the Hamilton to Mackay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Mackay is 945 km. It takes approximately 11h 9m to drive from Hamilton to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 83+ hotels available in Mackay.

Hamilton to Mackay - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Hamilton to Mackay by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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 Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY)plane BNE - MKY
3h 3m
$118–294
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Roma Street to Mackaytrain Spirit of Queensland
14h 47m
$46–3,600
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mackaybus Townsville / ...
17h 39m
$150–350
Drive 945.2 km
1. Drive from Hamilton to Mackaycar 945.2 km
11h 9m
$170–245
Bus via Kingsford Smith Dr at Bretts Wharf, stop 19
1. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackaybus Pm16
18h 52m
$130–190

Hamilton to Mackay by train

4Weekly Trains

14h 47mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 808.2 km
Duration: 3h 3m

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY) hourly. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Roma Street to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $45–3,519 and the journey takes 13h 23m.

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