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 $150 - $260 and takes 21h 3m.

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 47m and costs $130 - $340.

How far is it from Mackay to Kingscliff?

The distance between Mackay and Kingscliff is 932 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 17h 25m and costs $110 - $3,600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m 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 17h 25m and costs $110 - $3,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $260 and takes 21h 3m.

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 1258+ 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 and Surfers Paradise Boulevard At Laycock St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 3m.

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

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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 Helensvale station, platform 1train
5h 47m
$135–334
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma Streettrain Spirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
17h 25m
$111–3,528
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus Au050-1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus Sydney
21h 3m
$154–257
Drive 1,058.2 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Kingscliffcar 1,058.2 km
12h 24m
$186–269
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
22h 29m
$187–407

Mackay to Kingscliff by train, tram, and bus

4Weekly Services

17h 25mAverage Duration

$111Cheapest Price

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Distance: 932 km
Duration: 5h 47m

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, Helensvale station, platform 1, Helensvale station, platform 4, Broadbeach South station, Broadbeach South station, stop A, and Tweed Mall, Wharf St in around 17h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mackay to Pearl St Opp Saint Anthony's Catholic Church via Brisbane Coach Terminal, Brisbane, Surfers Paradise, and Surfers Paradise Boulevard At Laycock St in around 21h 3m.

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