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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Geelong is to fly and shuttle which costs $280 - $480 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Geelong is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 5m and costs $280 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Roma Street Station, Stand F, Central Station and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Geelong?

No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Geelong Station via Roma Street Station, Central Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 56m.

How far is it from Mackay to Geelong?

The distance between Mackay and Geelong is 1949 km. The road distance is 2349.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Geelong without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 41h 56m and costs $190 - $4,100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Mackay to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Geelong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Geelong train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Mackay to Geelong?

The best way to get from Mackay to Geelong is to fly which takes 6h 23m and costs $270 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $190 - $4,100 and takes 41h 56m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 47h 13m.

Where does the Mackay to Geelong bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mackay and Geelong?

Geelong is 1h ahead of Mackay. It is currently 6:24 AM in Mackay and 7:24 AM in Geelong.

Where does the Mackay to Geelong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Geelong is 2349 km. It takes approximately 26h 21m to drive from Mackay to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 912+ hotels available in Geelong.

Mackay to Geelong - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 9 ways to get from Mackay to Geelong by plane, train, bus, car, or shuttle

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

Fly Mackay to Avalon Airport
best
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane MKY - AVV
6h 23m
$271–976
Train via Sydney
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
3. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
4. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Stationtrain
41h 56m
$192–4,029
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
4. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus
47h 13m
Drive 2,349.4 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Geelongcar 2,349.4 km
26h 21m
$446–645
Fly Mackay to Melbourne Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane MKY - MEL
2. Take a shuttle bus from Melbourne Airport to Geelong stationshuttle
6h 5m
$284–475
Train to Whitsunday Coast Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport, shuttle
1. Take the train from Mackay to Proserpinetrain
2. Fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane PPP - MEL
3. Take a shuttle bus from Melbourne Airport to Geelong stationshuttle
6h 49m
$255–1,091
Train to Whitsunday Coast Airport, fly to Avalon Airport
1. Take the train from Mackay to Proserpinetrain
2. Fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane PPP - AVV
8h 28m
$391–1,857
Train
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Brisbane to Southern Crosstrain
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Stationtrain
2d 19h
$3,358–8,030
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbanebus
2. Take the train from Brisbane to Southern Crosstrain
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Stationtrain
3d
$3,477–4,906

Mackay to Geelong by train

4Weekly Trains

41h 56mAverage Duration

$192Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,949 km
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Mackay, QLD, Australia and Geelong, VIC, Australia?

Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia fly from Mackay (MKY) to Avalon Airport (AVV) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mackay to Geelong Station via Roma Street, Roma Street Station, Central Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 41h 56m.

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