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

The cheapest way to get from Kuranda to Mackay is to bus which costs $110 - $170 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuranda to Mackay is to fly which takes 4h 43m and costs $340 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Kuranda and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuranda to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Kuranda and arriving at Mackay via Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h.

How far is it from Kuranda to Mackay?

The distance between Kuranda and Mackay is 627 km. The road distance is 759.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuranda to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 13h 4m and costs $50 - $2,800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Kuranda to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kuranda to Mackay bus from?

Kuranda to Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Kuranda to Mackay?

The best way to get from Kuranda to Mackay is to fly which takes 4h 43m and costs $340 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $2,800 and takes 13h 4m, you could also bus, which costs $110 - $170 and takes 14h.

Where does the Kuranda to Mackay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kuranda to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuranda to Mackay is 759 km. It takes approximately 9h 10m to drive from Kuranda to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 86+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Mackay (MKY)CNS - MKY
4h 43m
$349–690
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to MackaySpirit of Queensland
13h 4m
$53–2,724
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to MackayPm19
14h
$118–164
Drive 759.2 km
1. Drive from Kuranda to Mackay759.2 km
9h 10m
$144–208
Bus via Cairns (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Cairns to MackayBrisbane
14h 29m
$128–294

Kuranda to Mackay by bus and train

4Weekly Services

13h 4mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 627.3 km
Duration: 4h 43m

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

Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar fly from Cairns (CNS) to Mackay (MKY) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cairns Central Station to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $35–2,652 and the journey takes 11h 9m.

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