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

The cheapest way to get from Maroochydore to Mackay is to drive which costs $150 - $230 and takes 10h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maroochydore to Mackay is to line 615 bus and train and fly which takes 5h 42m and costs $110 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Maroochydore and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue and arriving at Mackay. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 50m.

How far is it from Maroochydore to Mackay?

The distance between Maroochydore and Mackay is 912 km. The road distance is 861.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Maroochydore to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 13h 12m and costs $90 - $3,200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Maroochydore to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maroochydore to Mackay bus from?

Maroochydore to Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue station.

Train or bus from Maroochydore to Mackay?

The best way to get from Maroochydore to Mackay is to train which takes 13h 12m and costs $90 - $3,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $350 and takes 15h 50m.

Where does the Maroochydore to Mackay bus arrive?

Maroochydore to Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Mackay station.

Can I drive from Maroochydore to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Maroochydore to Mackay is 861 km. It takes approximately 10h 18m to drive from Maroochydore to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 83+ hotels available in Mackay.

Maroochydore to Mackay - 4 ways to travel via train, line 615 bus, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Maroochydore to Mackay by bus, train, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Line 615 bus, train, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Aerodrome Rd at Rose Street to Landsborough station, stop Abus
2. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
3. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY)plane BNE - MKY
5h 42m
$118–306
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nambour to Mackaytrain Spirit of Queensland
13h 12m
$90–3,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue to Mackaybus Pm16
15h 50m
$120–350
Drive 861.5 km
1. Drive from Maroochydore to Mackaycar 861.5 km
10h 18m
$155–224

Maroochydore to Mackay by bus and train

4Weekly Services

13h 12mAverage Duration

$90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 912.2 km
Duration: 5h 42m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Nambour to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $90–3,130 and the journey takes 11h 37m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue to Mackay once daily. Tickets cost $120–180 and the journey takes 15h 50m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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