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

The cheapest way to get from Ingham to Mackay is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ingham to Mackay is to drive which takes 5h 53m and costs $90 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Ingham and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ingham and arriving at Mackay. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ingham and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ingham and arriving at Mackay. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Ingham to Mackay?

The distance between Ingham and Mackay is 478 km. The road distance is 497.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ingham to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs $25 - $1,800.

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

The train from Ingham to Mackay takes 6h 46m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Ingham to Mackay bus from?

Ingham to Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Ingham station.

Where do I catch the Ingham to Mackay train from?

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

Train or bus from Ingham to Mackay?

The best way to get from Ingham to Mackay is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs $25 - $1,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $180 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Ingham to Mackay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ingham to Mackay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ingham to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Ingham to Mackay is 497 km. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Ingham to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 86+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ingham to MackaySpirit of Queensland
6h 46m
$25–1,786
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ingham to MackayPm19
7h 55m
$70–180
Drive 497.2 km
1. Drive from Ingham to Mackay497.2 km
5h 53m
$95–136
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ingham to Cairns Central Station
2. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Mackay (MKY)CNS - MKY
11h 2m
$242–1,416

Ingham to Mackay by train

4Weekly Trains

6h 46mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 478.2 km
Duration: 6h 46m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Ingham to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $25–1,786 and the journey takes 6h 46m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Ingham to Mackay once daily. Tickets cost $70–100 and the journey takes 7h 55m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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