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

The cheapest way to get from Muswellbrook to Mackay is to train and fly which costs $220 - $550 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Muswellbrook to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 7h 6m and costs $220 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Muswellbrook and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Muswellbrook station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Muswellbrook Station, Stand C and arriving at Mackay via Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Muswellbrook and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Muswellbrook station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Muswellbrook Station and arriving at Mackay via Maitland Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 50m.

How far is it from Muswellbrook to Mackay?

The distance between Muswellbrook and Mackay is 1468 km. The road distance is 1486.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Muswellbrook to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 27h 50m and costs $100 - $3,900.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Muswellbrook to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Muswellbrook to Mackay bus from?

Muswellbrook to Mackay bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Muswellbrook Station, Stand C.

Where do I catch the Muswellbrook to Mackay train from?

Muswellbrook to Mackay train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Muswellbrook Station.

Train or bus from Muswellbrook to Mackay?

The best way to get from Muswellbrook to Mackay is to train which takes 27h 50m and costs $100 - $3,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $450 and takes 32h 8m.

Where does the Muswellbrook to Mackay bus arrive?

Muswellbrook to Mackay bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd.

What is the time difference between Muswellbrook and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Muswellbrook. It is currently 1:24 AM in Muswellbrook and 12:24 AM in Mackay.

Where does the Muswellbrook to Mackay train arrive?

Muswellbrook to Mackay train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Maitland Station.

Can I drive from Muswellbrook to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Muswellbrook to Mackay is 1487 km. It takes approximately 16h 59m to drive from Muswellbrook to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 86+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Muswellbrook to Mackay by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Mackay
best
1. Take the train from Muswellbrook Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Mackay (MKY)plane NTL - MKY
7h 6m
$222–518
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Muswellbrook Station to Maitland Stationtrain Hun
2. Take the train from Maitland Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Mackaytrain
27h 50m
$108–3,857
Bus
1. Take the bus from Muswellbrook Station, Stand C to Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rdbus
2. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Roma Street Station, Stand Fbus
3. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mackaybus
32h 8m
$218–449
Drive 1,486.8 km
1. Drive from Muswellbrook to Mackaycar 1,486.8 km
16h 59m
$283–408
Train to Tamworth, fly to Mackay
1. Take the train from Muswellbrook Station to Tamworth Stationtrain
2. Fly from Tamworth (TMW) to Mackay (MKY)plane TMW - MKY
10h 10m
$518–1,271
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Mackay
1. Take the train from Muswellbrook Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Mackay (MKY)plane SYD - MKY
8h 54m
$255–624
Train, bus to Armidale, fly to Mackay
1. Take the train from Muswellbrook Station to Tamworth Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Tamworth Station to Armidale Airportbus
3. Fly from Armidale (ARM) to Mackay (MKY)plane ARM - MKY
10h 14m
$565–801
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
1. Take the train from Muswellbrook Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane NTL - PPP
3. Take the train from Proserpine to Mackaytrain
10h 17m
$278–1,228
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Muswellbrook Station to Victoria Street Stationtrain Hun
2. Take the bus from Hexham to Brisbanebus
3. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackaybus
35h 13m
$243–358

Muswellbrook to Mackay by train

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27h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,468.5 km
Duration: 7h 6m

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

You can take a train from Muswellbrook Station to Mackay via Maitland Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 27h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Muswellbrook Station, Stand C to Mackay via Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd, Roma Street Station, Stand F, and Brisbane in around 32h 8m.

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