What is the cheapest way to get from Mackay to Charters Towers?

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Charters Towers is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 5h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mackay to Charters Towers?

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Charters Towers is to fly and drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $250 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Charters Towers?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Charters Towers. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Charters Towers All Souls School via Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Charters Towers?

No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Charters Towers station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Charters Towers station via Townsville station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Mackay to Charters Towers?

The distance between Mackay and Charters Towers is 467 km. The road distance is 463.9 km.

How do I travel from Mackay to Charters Towers without a car?

The best way to get from Mackay to Charters Towers without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 42m and costs $50 - $1,500.

How long does it take to get from Mackay to Charters Towers?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Mackay to Charters Towers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Charters Towers bus from?

Mackay to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mackay station.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Charters Towers train from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Charters Towers?

The best way to get from Mackay to Charters Towers is to bus which takes 9h 5m and costs $90 - $200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $26 - $2,000 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Mackay to Charters Towers bus arrive?

Mackay to Charters Towers bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Where does the Mackay to Charters Towers train arrive?

Mackay to Charters Towers train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Mackay to Charters Towers?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Charters Towers is 464 km. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Mackay to Charters Towers.

Where can I stay near Charters Towers?

There are 12+ hotels available in Charters Towers.

Mackay to Charters Towers - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Mackay to Charters Towers by plane, car, train, bus, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly, drive
best
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Townsville Airport (TSV)MKY - TSV
2. Drive from Townsville-Airport-TSV to Charters Towers
2h 34m
$250–640
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to TownsvilleSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Townsville station to Charters Towers stationInlander
8h 37m
$27–1,935
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mackay to TownsvilleSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the bus from Townsville station to Blue Care Community CentreCharters Towers
7h 42m
$55–1,440
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to TownsvilleCairns / ...
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Charters Towers All Souls SchoolMount Isa
9h 5m
$90–194
Drive 463.9 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Charters Towers463.9 km
5h 19m
$88–127
Bus via Bowen
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Bowen
2. Take the bus from Bowen to Townsville
3. Take the bus from Townsville to Charters Towers All Souls School
10h 5m
$103–153

Mackay to Charters Towers by train and bus

4Weekly Services

7h 42mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 467.2 km
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Mackay, QLD, Australia and Charters Towers, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Mackay to Charters Towers All Souls School via Townsville in around 9h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mackay to Charters Towers station via Townsville and Townsville station in around 8h 37m.

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