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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Bendigo is to fly and train which costs $280 - $400 and takes 8h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Bendigo is to fly which takes 7h 46m and costs $270 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Bendigo?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Bendigo station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl via Brisbane, Central Station and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Bendigo?

No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Bendigo station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Bendigo Station via Roma Street Station, Central Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 5m.

How far is it from Mackay to Bendigo?

The distance between Mackay and Bendigo is 1798 km. The road distance is 2131.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Bendigo without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 43h 5m and costs $190 - $4,100.

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

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Mackay to Bendigo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Bendigo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Bendigo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Mackay to Bendigo?

The best way to get from Mackay to Bendigo is to fly which takes 7h 46m and costs $270 - $800. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $190 - $4,100 and takes 43h 5m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 2 days 3h.

Where does the Mackay to Bendigo bus arrive?

Mackay to Bendigo bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Mackay and Bendigo?

Bendigo is 1h ahead of Mackay. It is currently 8:15 AM in Mackay and 9:15 AM in Bendigo.

Where does the Mackay to Bendigo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Bendigo?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Bendigo is 2132 km. It takes approximately 25h 23m to drive from Mackay to Bendigo.

Where can I stay near Bendigo?

There are 154+ hotels available in Bendigo.

Mackay to Bendigo - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Mackay to Bendigo by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly Mackay to Bendigo Airport
best
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Bendigo Airport (BXG)MKY - BXG
7h 46m
$274–782
Train via Sydney
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma Street
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Station32
3. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Cross623 / ...
4. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Bendigo Station
43h 5m
$192–4,029
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane Roma Street
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
4. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Bendigo Station/Railway Pl
2d 3h
Drive 2,131.6 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Bendigo2,131.6 km
25h 23m
$406–586
Train to Whitsunday Coast Airport, fly to Bendigo Airport
1. Take the train from Mackay to Proserpine
2. Fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Bendigo Airport (BXG)PPP - BXG
23h 26m
$338–1,818
Fly Mackay to Melbourne Airport, train
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)MKY - MEL
2. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Bendigo Station
8h 38m
$284–396
Fly Mackay to Avalon Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Avalon Airport (AVV)MKY - AVV
2. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminal
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Bendigo Station
10h 39m
$233–919
Train
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma Street
2. Take the train from Brisbane to Southern Cross
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Bendigo Station
2d 20h
$3,358–8,030

Mackay to Bendigo by train

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43h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,798.2 km
Duration: 7h 46m

What companies run services between Mackay, QLD, Australia and Bendigo, VIC, Australia?

Qantas and Virgin Australia fly from Mackay (MKY) to Bendigo Airport (BXG) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mackay to Bendigo Station via Roma Street, Roma Street Station, Central Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 43h 5m.

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