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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Caloundra is to bus which costs $120 - $180 and takes 16h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Caloundra is to fly and train which takes 4h 7m and costs $120 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Caloundra station via Sixth Ave at Maroochy Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 6m.

How far is it from Mackay to Caloundra?

The distance between Mackay and Caloundra is 900 km. The road distance is 874.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Caloundra without a car is to train which takes 13h 25m and costs $45 - $3,300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Mackay to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Caloundra bus from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Mackay to Caloundra is to train which takes 13h 25m and costs $45 - $3,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $180 and takes 16h 6m.

Where does the Mackay to Caloundra bus arrive?

Mackay to Caloundra bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Maroochydore Sixth Avenue station.

Can I drive from Mackay to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Caloundra is 874 km. It takes approximately 10h 18m to drive from Mackay to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1444+ hotels available in Caloundra.

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

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

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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 2 to Landsborough station, platform 1
4h 7m
$122–331
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to NambourSpirit of Queensland
13h 25m
$46–3,291
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Maroochydore Sixth AvenuePm19
16h 6m
$126–175
Drive 874.4 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Caloundra874.4 km
10h 18m
$166–240
Bus via Sixth Ave at Sea Breeze Caravan Park (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Mackay to MaroochydoreBrisbane
17h 50m
$157–363

Mackay to Caloundra by train and bus

4Weekly Services

13h 25mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 900 km
Duration: 4h 7m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Mackay to Nambour 4 times a week. Tickets cost $40–3,130 and the journey takes 11h 52m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Mackay to Maroochydore Sixth Avenue once daily. Tickets cost $120–180 and the journey takes 15h 15m.

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