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

The cheapest way to get from Longreach to Mackay is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 10h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Longreach to Mackay is to fly which takes 5h 20m and costs $500 - $1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Longreach and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Longreach to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Longreach and arriving at Mackay via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Longreach and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Longreach to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Longreach and arriving at Mackay via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 34m.

How far is it from Longreach to Mackay?

The distance between Longreach and Mackay is 564 km. The road distance is 710.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Longreach to Mackay without a car is to bus which takes 13h 50m and costs $150 - $350.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to fly from Longreach (LRE) to Mackay (MKY), including transfers and time at the airport.

Where do I catch the Longreach to Mackay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Longreach to Mackay train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Longreach to Mackay?

The best way to get from Longreach to Mackay is to fly which takes 5h 20m and costs $500 - $1,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $350 and takes 13h 50m, you could also train, which costs $50 - $3,800 and takes 20h 34m.

How long is the flight from Longreach to Mackay?

There is no direct flight from Longreach Airport to Mackay Airport. The quickest flight takes 5h 20m and has one stopover.

Where does the Longreach to Mackay bus arrive?

Longreach to Mackay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Rockhampton station.

Where does the Longreach to Mackay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Longreach to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Longreach to Mackay is 711 km. It takes approximately 10h 6m to drive from Longreach to Mackay.

Which airlines fly from Longreach Airport to Mackay Airport?

Jetstar and Qantas offer flights from Longreach Airport to Mackay Airport.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 85+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Longreach (LRE) to Mackay (MKY)plane LRE - MKY
5h 20m
$500–1,600
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Longreach to Rockhamptontrain Spirit of the Outback
2. Take the train from Rockhampton to Mackaytrain Spirit of Queensland
20h 34m
$52–3,782
Bus
1. Take the bus from Longreach to Rockhamptonbus Rockhampton
2. Take the bus from Rockhampton to Mackaybus Townsville / ...
13h 50m
$152–345
Drive 710.5 km
1. Drive from Longreach to Mackaycar 710.5 km
10h 6m
$134–194
Bus via Carmila
1. Take the bus from Longreach to Rockhamptonbus
2. Take the bus from Rockhampton George Street to Carmilabus
3. Take the bus from Carmila to Mackaybus
15h 45m
$160–315

Longreach to Mackay by bus

2Weekly Buses

13h 50mAverage Duration

$152Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 564.3 km
Duration: 5h 20m

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

Qantas and Jetstar fly from Longreach (LRE) to Mackay (MKY) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Longreach to Mackay via Rockhampton in around 13h 50m.

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