What is the cheapest way to get from Mackay to Alva Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Alva Beach is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mackay to Alva Beach?

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Alva Beach is to fly and drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $240 - $550.

How far is it from Mackay to Alva Beach?

The distance between Mackay and Alva Beach is 308 km. The road distance is 318.1 km.

How do I travel from Mackay to Alva Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Mackay to Alva Beach without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs $85 - $1,200.

How long does it take to get from Mackay to Alva Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Mackay to Alva Beach, including transfers.

Train or bus from Mackay to Alva Beach?

The best way to get from Mackay to Alva Beach is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs $85 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $180 and takes 5h 41m.

Can I drive from Mackay to Alva Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Alva Beach is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Mackay to Alva Beach.

Where can I stay near Alva Beach?

There are 12+ hotels available in Alva Beach.

Mackay to Alva Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mackay to Ayrtrain Spirit of Queensland
3h 58m
$86–1,141
Drive 318.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mackay to Alva Beachcar 318.1 km
3h 47m
$57–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Ayrbus Cairns / ...
5h 41m
$95–175
Fly, drive
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane MKY - TSV
2. Drive from Townsville-Airport-TSV to Alva Beachcar
2h 28m
$247–507

Mackay (MKY) to Townsville Airport (TSV) flights

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Map of how to get from Mackay to Alva Beach.

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Distance: 308.3 km
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Mackay, QLD, Australia and Alva Beach, QLD, Australia?

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Mackay to Ayr 4 times a week. Tickets cost $40–1,087 and the journey takes 3h 41m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Mackay to Ayr twice daily. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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