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

The cheapest way to get from Mooloolaba to Mackay is to drive which costs $160 - $240 and takes 10h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mooloolaba to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 5h 34m and costs $110 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Mooloolaba and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mooloolaba and arriving at Mackay. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 55m.

How far is it from Mooloolaba to Mackay?

The distance between Mooloolaba and Mackay is 909 km. The road distance is 866.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mooloolaba to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 13h 42m and costs $40 - $3,200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Mooloolaba to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mooloolaba to Mackay bus from?

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

Train or bus from Mooloolaba to Mackay?

The best way to get from Mooloolaba to Mackay is to train which takes 13h 42m and costs $40 - $3,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $350 and takes 15h 55m.

Where does the Mooloolaba to Mackay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mooloolaba to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Mooloolaba to Mackay is 866 km. It takes approximately 10h 15m to drive from Mooloolaba to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 84+ hotels available in Mackay.

Mooloolaba to Mackay - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 1
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY)BNE - MKY
5h 34m
$118–346
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nambour to MackaySpirit of Queensland
13h 42m
$42–3,202
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to MackayPm16
15h 55m
$120–350
Drive 866.1 km
1. Drive from Mooloolaba to Mackay866.1 km
10h 15m
$165–239

Mooloolaba to Mackay by bus and train

4Weekly Services

13h 42mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 908.7 km
Duration: 5h 34m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Nambour to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $40–3,130 and the journey takes 11h 37m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Mooloolaba to Mackay once daily. Tickets cost $120–180 and the journey takes 15h 55m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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