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 12:37 PM in Mackay and 1:37 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 26m to drive from Mackay to Tenterfield.

Where can I stay near Tenterfield?

There are 32+ hotels available in Tenterfield.

Mackay to Tenterfield - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 10 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)MKY - ARM
2. Take the bus from Armidale Station, Coach Stop to Manners St After Rouse St
9h 17m
$542–696
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma Street
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Casino CBD Visitor Centre
3. Take the bus from Casino Shopping Plaza, Canterbury St to High St At Logan St676
23h 5m
$131–3,617
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane Roma Street
2. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St176
3. Take the bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to High St At Logan St676
24h 48m
$160–224
Drive 1,160.6 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Tenterfield1,160.6 km
13h 26m
$220–318
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)MKY - BNE
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Casino Station
3. Take the bus from Casino Shopping Plaza, Canterbury St to High St At Logan St
9h 30m
$143–483
Fly to Tamworth, train, bus
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Tamworth (TMW)MKY - TMW
2. Take the train from Tamworth Station to Armidale Station
3. Take the bus from Armidale Station, Coach Stop to Manners St After Rouse St
11h 5m
$539–1,029
Fly to Inverell Airport, bus
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Inverell Airport (IVR)MKY - IVR
2. Take the bus from Inverell Visitor Information Centre to Armidale Station, Coach Stop
3. Take the bus from Armidale Station, Coach Stop to Manners St After Rouse St
11h 10m
$409–1,181
Fly to Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport, bus, taxi
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport (WTB)MKY - WTB
2. Take the bus from Toowoomba to Stanthorpe
3. Take the taxi from Stanthorpe to Tenterfield
11h 15m
$403–1,192
Fly to Coffs Harbour Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)MKY - CFS
2. Take the train from Coffs Harbour Station to Casino Station
3. Take the bus from Casino Shopping Plaza, Canterbury St to High St At Logan St
13h 12m
$249–854
Bus via Casino
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Casino CBD Visitor Centre
3. Take the bus from Casino Shopping Plaza, Canterbury St to High St At Logan St676
28h 9m
$250–493

Mackay to Tenterfield by train, bus, and foot

4Weekly Services

23h 5mAverage Duration

$131Cheapest Price

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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.

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