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 $160 - $230 and takes 20h 49m.

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 10m and costs $120 - $340.

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 and Tweed Mall, Wharf St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 49m.

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 16h 55m and costs $50 - $3,600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m 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 Premier Motor Service, 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 16h 55m and costs $50 - $3,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $230 and takes 20h 49m.

Where does the Mackay to Kingscliff bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mackay and Kingscliff?

Kingscliff is 1h ahead of Mackay. It is currently 3:56 AM in Mackay and 4:56 AM in Kingscliff.

Can I drive from Mackay to Kingscliff?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Kingscliff is 1058 km. It takes approximately 12h 22m to drive from Mackay to Kingscliff.

Where can I stay near Kingscliff?

There are 548+ hotels available in Kingscliff.

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

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)MKY - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2
5h 10m
$126–340
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma StreetSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2Bdvl / ...
16h 55m
$53–3,525
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane Roma StreetPm19
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Tweed HeadsPm11
20h 49m
$161–229
Drive 1,058.2 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Kingscliff1,058.2 km
12h 22m
$202–291
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mackay to BrisbaneBrisbane
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2Bdvl / ...
21h 59m
$172–401

Mackay to Kingscliff by train and bus

4Weekly Services

16h 55mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 938.5 km
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a train from Mackay to Pearl St Opp Saint Anthony's Catholic Church via Roma Street, Varsity Lakes station, platform 2, Varsity Lakes station, and Tweed Mall, Wharf St in around 16h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mackay to Pearl St Opp Saint Anthony's Catholic Church via Brisbane Roma Street, Brisbane, and Tweed Mall, Wharf St in around 20h 49m.

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