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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Giru is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Giru is to fly and taxi which takes 1h 49m and costs $360 - $800.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Giru?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mackay and arriving at Giru. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Mackay to Giru?

The distance between Mackay and Giru is 388 km. The road distance is 340.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Giru without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs $17 - $1,300.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Mackay to Giru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Giru train from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Giru?

The best way to get from Mackay to Giru is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs $17 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $280 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Mackay to Giru train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Giru?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Giru is 341 km. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Mackay to Giru.

Where can I stay near Giru?

There are 259+ hotels available in Giru.

Mackay to Giru - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Mackay to Giru by plane, taxi, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Townsville Airport (TSV)MKY - TSV
2. Take the taxi from Townsville-Airport-TSV to Giru
1h 49m
$364–780
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to GiruSpirit of Queensland
4h 9m
$17–1,209
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to AyrCairns / ...
7h 10m
$51–275
Drive 340.7 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Giru340.7 km
4h 2m
$65–94

Mackay to Giru by train

4Weekly Trains

4h 9mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 387.9 km
Duration: 1h 49m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Mackay to Giru 4 times a week. Tickets cost $17–1,209 and the journey takes 4h 9m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Mackay to Ayr twice daily. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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