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 $150 - $260 and takes 24h 29m.

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 7m and costs $230 - $750.

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 29m.

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 22h 13m and costs $180 - $3,700.

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

It takes approximately 9h 7m 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 FlixBus Australia, depart from Mackay station.

Where does the Mackay to Tenterfield bus arrive?

Mackay to Tenterfield bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Brisbane Coach Terminal station.

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 41+ 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, or taxi

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 7m
$238–712
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane MKY - BNE
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Kyogle Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Casino Shopping Plaza, Canterbury St to High St At Logan Stbus
9h 25m
$147–469
Train, bus
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
22h 13m
$184–3,617
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus
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 29m
$152–252
Drive 1,160.6 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Tenterfieldcar 1,160.6 km
13h 27m
$207–298
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 30m
$354–991
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
$397–1,050
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
12h 26m
$491–906
Bus via Casino
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
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
25h 32m
$216–288

Mackay to Tenterfield by train, bus, and foot

4Weekly Services

22h 13mAverage Duration

$184Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,267.1 km
Duration: 9h 7m

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 Coach Terminal, Roma Street Station, Stand F, and Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St in around 24h 29m.

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