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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Tenterfield is to bus which costs $160 - $230 and takes 24h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Tenterfield is to fly and bus which takes 9h 17m and costs $500 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Tenterfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Tenterfield. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at High St At Logan St via Roma Street Station, Stand F and Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 48m.

How far is it from Mackay to Tenterfield?

The distance between Mackay and Tenterfield is 1267 km. The road distance is 1160.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Tenterfield without a car is to train and bus which takes 23h 5m and costs $130 - $3,700.

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

It takes approximately 9h 17m to get from Mackay to Tenterfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Tenterfield bus from?

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

Where does the Mackay to Tenterfield bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mackay and Tenterfield?

Tenterfield is 1h ahead of Mackay. It is currently 8:20 PM in Mackay and 9:20 PM in Tenterfield.

Can I drive from Mackay to Tenterfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Tenterfield is 1161 km. It takes approximately 13h 27m to drive from Mackay to Tenterfield.

Where can I stay near Tenterfield?

There are 33+ hotels available in Tenterfield.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Mackay to Tenterfield by plane, bus, train, car, taxi, 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 to Armidale, bus
best
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Armidale (ARM)plane MKY - ARM
2. Take the bus from Armidale Station, Coach Stop to Manners St After Rouse Stbus
9h 17m
$544–698
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Casino CBD Visitor Centrebus
3. Take the bus from Casino Shopping Plaza, Canterbury St to High St At Logan Stbus 676
23h 5m
$131–3,617
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth Stbus 176
3. Take the bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to High St At Logan Stbus 676
24h 48m
$160–224
Drive 1,160.6 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Tenterfieldcar 1,160.6 km
13h 27m
$221–319
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane MKY - BNE
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Casino Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Casino Shopping Plaza, Canterbury St to High St At Logan Stbus
9h 29m
$152–484
Fly to Inverell Airport, bus
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Inverell Airport (IVR)plane MKY - IVR
2. Take the bus from Inverell Visitor Information Centre to Armidale Station, Coach Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Armidale Station, Coach Stop to Manners St After Rouse Stbus
11h 10m
$431–1,255
Fly to Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport, bus, taxi
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport (WTB)plane MKY - WTB
2. Take the bus from Toowoomba to Stanthorpebus
3. Take the taxi from Stanthorpe to Tenterfieldtaxi
11h 50m
$414–1,215
Fly to Coffs Harbour Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)plane MKY - CFS
2. Take the train from Coffs Harbour Station to Casino Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Casino Shopping Plaza, Canterbury St to High St At Logan Stbus
13h 37m
$496–879
Bus via Casino
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbanebus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Casino CBD Visitor Centrebus
3. Take the bus from Casino Shopping Plaza, Canterbury St to High St At Logan Stbus 676
28h 9m
$250–493

Mackay to Tenterfield by train, bus, and foot

4Weekly Services

23h 5mAverage Duration

$131Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mackay to Tenterfield.

Launch map view

Distance: 1,267.1 km
Duration: 9h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Mackay to High St At Logan St via Brisbane Roma Street, Roma Street Station, Stand F, and Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St in around 24h 48m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.