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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Nowra is to fly and train which costs $240 - $650 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Nowra is to fly which takes 7h 8m and costs $500 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Nowra?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Nowra. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Nowra via Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 24m.

How far is it from Mackay to Nowra?

The distance between Mackay and Nowra is 1583 km. The road distance is 1872.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Nowra without a car is to train which takes 33h 32m and costs $130 - $3,900.

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

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Mackay to Nowra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Nowra bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Mackay to Nowra?

The best way to get from Mackay to Nowra is to train which takes 33h 32m and costs $130 - $3,900. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $500 - $1,400 and takes 7h 8m, you could also bus, which costs $300 - $600 and takes 40h 24m.

Where does the Mackay to Nowra bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mackay and Nowra?

Nowra is 1h ahead of Mackay. It is currently 4:19 AM in Mackay and 5:19 AM in Nowra.

Can I drive from Mackay to Nowra?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Nowra is 1873 km. It takes approximately 21h 39m to drive from Mackay to Nowra.

Where can I stay near Nowra?

There are 1287+ hotels available in Nowra.

Mackay to Nowra - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Mackay to Nowra by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Fly Mackay to Sydney International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)MKY - SYD
2. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Kiama Station
8h 17m
$246–651
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma Street
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Station32
3. Take the train from Central Station to Kiama StationSco
33h 32m
$135–3,808
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma Street
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Station
3. Take the train from Central Station to Kiama StationSco
37h 7m
$185–3,738
Drive 1,872.9 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Nowra1,872.9 km
21h 39m
$355–512
Fly Mackay to Wollongong
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Wollongong (WOL)MKY - WOL
7h 8m
$500–1,386
Train to Whitsunday Coast Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Mackay to Proserpine
2. Fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)PPP - SYD
3. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Kiama Station
9h 7m
$269–1,313
Fly Mackay to Canberra International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)MKY - CBR
2. Take the bus from Canberra Airport, Terminal Av to Goulburn Station, Coach Stop
3. Take the train from Goulburn Station to Moss Vale Station
4. Take the bus from Leighton Gardens, Argyle St to Nowra Bus Terminal, Stewart Pl
10h 25m
$257–870
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane Roma Street
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to NowraPm2
40h 24m
$306–565

Mackay to Nowra by train and bus

4Weekly Services

33h 32mAverage Duration

$135Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,583.3 km
Duration: 8h 17m

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

You can take a train from Mackay to Nowra Bus Terminal, Stewart Pl - Stand 1 via Roma Street, Roma Street Station, Central Station, Kiama Station, Bomaderry Station, and Bomaderry Station in around 33h 32m. Alternatively, Virgin Australia, Link Airways, and Qantas fly from Mackay (MKY) to Wollongong (WOL) 4 times a week.

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