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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Kingscliff is to bus which costs $190 - $300 and takes 20h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Kingscliff is to fly and train which takes 5h 22m and costs $170 - $350.

How far is it from Mackay to Kingscliff?

The distance between Mackay and Kingscliff is 938 km. The road distance is 1058.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Kingscliff without a car is to train which takes 15h 44m and costs $190 - $3,700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Mackay to Kingscliff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Kingscliff bus from?

Mackay to Kingscliff bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Mackay station.

Train or bus from Mackay to Kingscliff?

The best way to get from Mackay to Kingscliff is to train which takes 15h 44m and costs $190 - $3,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $300 and takes 20h 30m.

Where does the Mackay to Kingscliff bus arrive?

Mackay to Kingscliff bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Brisbane Coach Terminal station.

Can I drive from Mackay to Kingscliff?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Kingscliff is 1058 km. It takes approximately 12h 24m to drive from Mackay to Kingscliff.

Where can I stay near Kingscliff?

There are 517+ hotels available in Kingscliff.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Kingscliff?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Kingscliff. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Pearl St Opp Saint Anthony's Catholic Church via Brisbane Roma Street, Gold Coast Airport and Tweed Mall, Wharf St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 30m.

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

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane MKY - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
5h 22m
$172–350
Train
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma Streettrain Spirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train Bdvl / ...
15h 44m
$190–3,630
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus Au050-1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Gold Coast Airportbus
20h 30m
$193–296
Drive 1,058.2 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Kingscliffcar 1,058.2 km
12h 24m
$194–279
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train Bdvl / ...
22h 15m
$186–409

Mackay to Kingscliff by bus and train

21Weekly Services

22h 15mAverage Duration

$186Cheapest Price

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Distance: 938.5 km
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Mackay, QLD, Australia and Kingscliff, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Mackay to Kingscliff via Roma Street and Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 in around 15h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mackay to Pearl St Opp Saint Anthony's Catholic Church via Brisbane, Brisbane Roma Street, Gold Coast Airport, and Tweed Mall, Wharf St in around 20h 30m.

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