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

The cheapest way to get from Kempsey to Mackay is to bus which costs $220 - $460 and takes 27h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kempsey to Mackay is to bus and fly which takes 7h 28m and costs $310 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Kempsey and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Kempsey to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Kempsey and arriving at Mackay via Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Kempsey and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Kempsey station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Kempsey Station and arriving at Mackay via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 22m.

How far is it from Kempsey to Mackay?

The distance between Kempsey and Mackay is 1246 km. The road distance is 1437.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kempsey to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 21h 22m and costs $80 - $3,800.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Kempsey to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Mackay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Mackay train from?

Kempsey to Mackay train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Kempsey Station.

Train or bus from Kempsey to Mackay?

The best way to get from Kempsey to Mackay is to train which takes 21h 22m and costs $80 - $3,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $220 - $460 and takes 27h 20m.

Where does the Kempsey to Mackay bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kempsey and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Kempsey. It is currently 8:44 AM in Kempsey and 7:44 AM in Mackay.

Where does the Kempsey to Mackay train arrive?

Kempsey to Mackay train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Kempsey to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Kempsey to Mackay is 1437 km. It takes approximately 16h 17m to drive from Kempsey to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 86+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

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

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Bus to Port Macquarie, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Belgrave St After Stuart St to Port Macquarie Airport
2. Fly from Port Macquarie (PQQ) to Mackay (MKY)PQQ - MKY
7h 28m
$315–1,007
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Roma Street Station31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to MackaySpirit of Queensland
21h 22m
$84–3,785
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to BrisbanePm12
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to MackayTownsville / ...
27h 20m
$225–455
Drive 1,437.4 km
1. Drive from Kempsey to Mackay1,437.4 km
16h 17m
$273–394
Train to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Urunga Station
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Mackay (MKY)CFS - MKY
8h 55m
$223–808

Kempsey to Mackay by train

4Weekly Trains

21h 22mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,245.9 km
Duration: 7h 28m

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

You can take a train from Kempsey Station to Mackay via Roma Street Station and Roma Street in around 21h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kempsey to Mackay via Brisbane in around 27h 20m.

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