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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Elimbah is to bus which costs $130 - $190 and takes 17h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Elimbah is to fly and train which takes 2h 53m and costs $120 - $330.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Elimbah?

No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Elimbah station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Elimbah station, platform 2 via Caboolture station, platform 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 17m.

How far is it from Mackay to Elimbah?

The distance between Mackay and Elimbah is 857 km. The road distance is 898.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Elimbah without a car is to train which takes 13h 17m and costs $100 - $3,400.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Mackay to Elimbah, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Elimbah train from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Elimbah?

The best way to get from Mackay to Elimbah is to train which takes 13h 17m and costs $100 - $3,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $190 and takes 17h 31m.

Where does the Mackay to Elimbah train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Elimbah?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Elimbah is 898 km. It takes approximately 10h 36m to drive from Mackay to Elimbah.

Where can I stay near Elimbah?

There are 299+ hotels available in Elimbah.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane MKY - BNE
2. Take the train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Elimbah station, platform 2train
2h 53m
$124–328
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Caboolturetrain Spirit of Queensland
13h 17m
$101–3,333
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Burpengary Bruce Highwaybus Pm19
17h 31m
$134–186
Drive 898.1 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Elimbahcar 898.1 km
10h 36m
$162–234
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Cooroybus Brisbane
2. Take the train from Nambour station, platform 1 to Elimbah station, platform 1train Gybr / ...
18h 26m
$161–349

Mackay to Elimbah by train

4Weekly Trains

13h 17mAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 856.9 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Mackay to Caboolture 4 times a week. Tickets cost $95–3,332 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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