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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Merimbula is to bus via Canberra which costs $270 - $420 and takes 42h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Merimbula is to fly which takes 7h 38m and costs $310 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Merimbula?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Merimbula. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Park St At Wonga St via Roma Street Station, Stand F, Central Station and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 3m.

How far is it from Mackay to Merimbula?

The distance between Mackay and Merimbula is 1969 km. The road distance is 2102.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Merimbula without a car is to train and bus via Canberra which takes 38h 52m and costs $170 - $3,900.

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

It takes approximately 19h 12m to get from Mackay to Merimbula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Merimbula bus from?

Mackay to Merimbula bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Mackay station.

Bus or fly from Mackay to Merimbula?

The best way to get from Mackay to Merimbula is to bus via Canberra which takes 42h 3m and costs $270 - $420. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $310 - $950 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Mackay to Merimbula bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mackay and Merimbula?

Merimbula is 1h ahead of Mackay. It is currently 8:15 PM in Mackay and 9:15 PM in Merimbula.

Can I drive from Mackay to Merimbula?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Merimbula is 2102 km. It takes approximately 24h 18m to drive from Mackay to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 326+ hotels available in Merimbula.

Mackay to Merimbula - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Mackay to Merimbula by train, plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), 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.

Train to Whitsunday Coast Airport, fly to Merimbula Airport
best
1. Take the train from Mackay to Proserpinetrain
2. Fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)plane PPP - MIM
19h 12m
$336–1,802
Train, bus via Canberra
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
3. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Stationtrain 631 / ...
4. Take the bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Park St At Wonga Stbus 771
38h 52m
$170–3,859
Bus via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Canberrabus
4. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga Stbus 771
42h 3m
$272–415
Drive 2,102.1 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Merimbulacar 2,102.1 km
24h 18m
$386–557
Fly Mackay to Canberra International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane MKY - CBR
2. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga Stbus
10h 8m
$265–763
Fly Mackay to Merimbula Airport
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)plane MKY - MIM
7h 38m
$310–950
Bus to Great Barrier Reef Airport, fly to Merimbula Airport
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Airlie Beachbus
2. Fly from Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)plane HTI - MIM
24h 33m
$469–1,332
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Merimbulabus Pm2
39h 26m
$180–3,859
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbanebus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Merimbulabus Pm2
47h 22m
$370–816

Mackay to Merimbula by train and bus

4Weekly Services

38h 52mAverage Duration

$170Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,969.1 km
Duration: 19h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Mackay to Park St At Wonga St via Brisbane Roma Street, Roma Street Station, Stand F, Central Station, Canberra, and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St in around 42h 3m. Alternatively, Virgin Australia, Regional Express, and two other airlines fly from Mackay (MKY) to Merimbula Airport (MIM) twice daily.

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