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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Caboolture is to bus which costs $130 - $190 and takes 17h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Caboolture is to fly and train which takes 2h 33m and costs $120 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Caboolture?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Caboolture station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Caboolture station, stop B via Eastern Service Rd at Creek Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Caboolture?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mackay and arriving at Caboolture. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h 52m.

How far is it from Mackay to Caboolture?

The distance between Mackay and Caboolture is 849 km. The road distance is 903.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Caboolture without a car is to train which takes 12h 52m and costs $45 - $3,400.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Mackay to Caboolture, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Caboolture bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Caboolture train from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Caboolture?

The best way to get from Mackay to Caboolture is to train which takes 12h 52m and costs $45 - $3,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $190 and takes 17h 5m.

Where does the Mackay to Caboolture bus arrive?

Mackay to Caboolture bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Burpengary Bruce Highway station.

Where does the Mackay to Caboolture train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Caboolture?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Caboolture is 904 km. It takes approximately 10h 37m to drive from Mackay to Caboolture.

Where can I stay near Caboolture?

There are 432+ hotels available in Caboolture.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Mackay to Caboolture by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)MKY - BNE
2. Take the train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Caboolture station, platform 3
2h 33m
$120–345
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to CabooltureSpirit of Queensland
12h 52m
$45–3,332
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Burpengary Bruce HighwayPm19
17h 5m
$133–185
Drive 903.8 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Caboolture903.8 km
10h 37m
$176–253
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mackay to BrisbaneBrisbane
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Morayfield station, platform 2Ipca / ...
20h 28m
$171–397

Mackay to Caboolture by train

4Weekly Trains

12h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 848.8 km
Duration: 2h 33m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Mackay to Caboolture 4 times a week. Tickets cost $45–3,332 and the journey takes 12h 52m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Mackay to Burpengary Bruce Highway once daily. Tickets cost $130–190 and the journey takes 16h 10m.

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