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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Broadbeach is to bus which costs $150 - $230 and takes 19h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Broadbeach is to fly and train which takes 4h and costs $120 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Broadbeach?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Broadbeach. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Old Burleigh Rd at Britannia Avenue via Brisbane and Surfers Paradise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Broadbeach?

No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Broadbeach station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Broadbeach North station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 43m.

How far is it from Mackay to Broadbeach?

The distance between Mackay and Broadbeach is 900 km. The road distance is 1025.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Broadbeach without a car is to train which takes 15h 43m and costs $50 - $3,600.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Mackay to Broadbeach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Broadbeach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Broadbeach train from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Broadbeach?

The best way to get from Mackay to Broadbeach is to train which takes 15h 43m and costs $50 - $3,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $230 and takes 19h 41m.

Where does the Mackay to Broadbeach bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mackay to Broadbeach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Broadbeach?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Broadbeach is 1026 km. It takes approximately 12h 3m to drive from Mackay to Broadbeach.

Where can I stay near Broadbeach?

There are 2624+ hotels available in Broadbeach.

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

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

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)MKY - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1
4h
$124–334
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma StreetSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1Brvl / ...
15h 43m
$52–3,521
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane Roma StreetPm19
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers ParadiseSydney
19h 41m
$155–226
Drive 1,025.9 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Broadbeach1,025.9 km
12h 3m
$195–281
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mackay to BrisbaneBrisbane
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1Brvl / ...
20h 47m
$171–397

Mackay to Broadbeach by train and tram

4Weekly Services

15h 43mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 899.9 km
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Mackay to Broadbeach North station, platform 2 via Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 15h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mackay to Old Burleigh Rd at Britannia Avenue via Brisbane Roma Street, Brisbane, and Surfers Paradise in around 19h 41m.

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