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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Mareeba is to bus which costs $110 - $200 and takes 14h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Mareeba is to fly and drive which takes 5h 38m and costs $290 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Mareeba?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Mareeba. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Mareeba via Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 26m.

How far is it from Mackay to Mareeba?

The distance between Mackay and Mareeba is 673 km. The road distance is 769.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Mareeba without a car is to train and bus which takes 13h 47m and costs $100 - $2,700.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Mackay to Mareeba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Mareeba bus from?

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

Where does the Mackay to Mareeba bus arrive?

Mackay to Mareeba bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Cairns station.

Can I drive from Mackay to Mareeba?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Mareeba is 769 km. It takes approximately 9h 13m to drive from Mackay to Mareeba.

Where can I stay near Mareeba?

There are five+ hotels available in Mareeba.

Mackay to Mareeba - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Mackay to Mareeba by plane, bus, train, or car

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

Fly to Cairns, bus
best
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Cairns (CNS)plane MKY - CNS
2. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Mareebabus
6h 40m
$259–547
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
2. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Mareebabus Cairns
13h 47m
$106–2,687
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Mareebabus Cairns
14h 26m
$115–191
Drive 769.5 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Mareebacar 769.5 km
9h 13m
$138–200
Fly to Townsville Airport, drive
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane MKY - TSV
2. Drive from Townsville-Airport-TSV to Mareebacar
5h 38m
$299–574
Bus via Mackay
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
2. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Mareebabus Cairns
14h 30m
$124–174

Mackay to Mareeba by train and bus

4Weekly Services

13h 47mAverage Duration

$106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 673.4 km
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Mackay to Mareeba via Cairns and Cairns Central Station in around 14h 26m.

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