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

The cheapest way to get from Laidley to Mackay is to train and bus which costs $130 - $200 and takes 21h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Laidley to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 5h 50m and costs $110 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Laidley and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Laidley to Mackay. However, there are services departing from William St at Laidley and arriving at Mackay via Gatton and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Laidley and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Laidley to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Laidley and arriving at Mackay via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 48m.

How far is it from Laidley to Mackay?

The distance between Laidley and Mackay is 895 km. The road distance is 994.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Laidley to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 16h 48m and costs $45 - $3,900.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Laidley to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laidley to Mackay bus from?

Laidley to Mackay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Gatton station.

Where do I catch the Laidley to Mackay train from?

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

Train or bus from Laidley to Mackay?

The best way to get from Laidley to Mackay is to train which takes 16h 48m and costs $45 - $3,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $400 and takes 19h 54m.

Where does the Laidley to Mackay bus arrive?

Laidley to Mackay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Laidley to Mackay train arrive?

Laidley to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Laidley to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Laidley to Mackay is 995 km. It takes approximately 11h 41m to drive from Laidley to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 85+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Laidley to Mackay by train, plane, 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.

Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Rosewood station, platform 1 to Bowen Hills station, platform 4
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY)BNE - MKY
5h 50m
$118–326
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Laidley to Roma StreetWestlander
2. Take the train from Roma Street to MackaySpirit of Queensland
16h 48m
$49–3,905
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Gatton to BrisbaneBrisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to MackayTownsville / ...
19h 54m
$170–390
Drive 994.6 km
1. Drive from Laidley to Mackay994.6 km
11h 41m
$189–273
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rosewood station, platform 1 to Central station, platform 6Rwbr / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to MackayPm16
21h 13m
$132–192

Laidley to Mackay by train

2Weekly Trains

16h 48mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 895.3 km
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a train from Laidley to Mackay via Roma Street in around 16h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from William St at Laidley to Mackay via Gatton station, Gatton, and Brisbane in around 19h 54m.

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