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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Proserpine is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Proserpine is to bus which takes 1h 25m and costs $26 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Proserpine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mackay and arriving at Proserpine. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Proserpine?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mackay and arriving at Proserpine. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Mackay to Proserpine?

The distance between Mackay and Proserpine is 126 km. The road distance is 125.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Proserpine without a car is to bus which takes 1h 25m and costs $26 - $50.

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

The bus from Mackay to Proserpine takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Proserpine bus from?

Mackay to Proserpine bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mackay station.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Proserpine train from?

Mackay to Proserpine train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Mackay station.

Train or bus from Mackay to Proserpine?

The best way to get from Mackay to Proserpine is to bus which takes 1h 25m and costs $26 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $21 - $460 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Mackay to Proserpine bus arrive?

Mackay to Proserpine bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Proserpine station.

Where does the Mackay to Proserpine train arrive?

Mackay to Proserpine train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Proserpine station.

Can I drive from Mackay to Proserpine?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Proserpine is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Mackay to Proserpine.

Where can I stay near Proserpine?

There are 382+ hotels available in Proserpine.

Mackay to Proserpine - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Mackay to Proserpine by bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Proserpinebus Cairns / ...
1h 25m
$26–50
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Proserpinetrain Spirit of Queensland
1h 28m
$21–453
Drive 125.5 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Proserpinecar 125.5 km
1h 28m
$23–33

Mackay to Proserpine by bus

35Weekly Buses

1h 25mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.7 km
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Mackay to Proserpine twice daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Mackay to Proserpine 4 times a week. Tickets cost $21–453 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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