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

The cheapest way to get from Innisfail to Mackay is to bus which costs $90 - $240 and takes 10h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Innisfail to Mackay is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 45m and costs $290 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Innisfail and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Innisfail and arriving at Mackay. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Innisfail and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Innisfail and arriving at Mackay. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 26m.

How far is it from Innisfail to Mackay?

The distance between Innisfail and Mackay is 623 km. The road distance is 644.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Innisfail to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 9h 26m and costs $30 - $2,400.

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

The train from Innisfail to Mackay takes 9h 26m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Innisfail to Mackay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Innisfail to Mackay train from?

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

Train or bus from Innisfail to Mackay?

The best way to get from Innisfail to Mackay is to train which takes 9h 26m and costs $30 - $2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $240 and takes 10h 50m.

Where does the Innisfail to Mackay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Innisfail to Mackay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Innisfail to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Innisfail to Mackay is 644 km. It takes approximately 7h 38m to drive from Innisfail to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 85+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Innisfail to MackaySpirit of Queensland
9h 26m
$30–2,328
Bus
1. Take the bus from Innisfail to MackayPm19
10h 50m
$90–240
Drive 644.1 km
1. Drive from Innisfail to Mackay644.1 km
7h 38m
$123–177
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Innisfail to Cairns Airport
2. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Mackay (MKY)CNS - MKY
6h 45m
$292–612

Innisfail to Mackay by train

4Weekly Trains

9h 26mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 623.5 km
Duration: 9h 26m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Innisfail to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $30–2,328 and the journey takes 9h 26m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Innisfail to Mackay once daily. Tickets cost $90–130 and the journey takes 10h 50m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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