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 $240 - $600 and takes 7h 31m.

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 31m and costs $240 - $600.

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 31m to get from Muswellbrook to Mackay, including transfers.

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 $260 - $550 and takes 34h 31m.

What is the time difference between Muswellbrook and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Muswellbrook. It is currently 4:55 AM in Muswellbrook and 3:55 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 56m 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 Station
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Mackay (MKY)NTL - MKY
7h 31m
$242–568
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Muswellbrook Station to Maitland StationHun
2. Take the train from Maitland Station to Roma Street Station31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Mackay
27h 50m
$108–3,857
Bus
1. Take the bus from Muswellbrook Station, Stand C to Maitland Station, Station St
2. Take the bus from Hexham to Brisbane
3. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mackay
34h 31m
$262–517
Drive 1,486.8 km
1. Drive from Muswellbrook to Mackay1,486.8 km
16h 56m
$282–407
Train to Tamworth, fly to Mackay
1. Take the train from Muswellbrook Station to Tamworth Station
2. Fly from Tamworth (TMW) to Mackay (MKY)TMW - MKY
10h 10m
$518–1,021
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Mackay
1. Take the train from Muswellbrook Station to Central Station
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Mackay (MKY)SYD - MKY
8h 53m
$255–674
Train, bus to Armidale, fly to Mackay
1. Take the train from Muswellbrook Station to Tamworth Station
2. Take the bus from Tamworth Station to Armidale Airport
3. Fly from Armidale (ARM) to Mackay (MKY)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 Station
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)NTL - PPP
3. Take the train from Proserpine to Mackay
10h 17m
$278–1,428
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Muswellbrook Station to Tamworth Station223
2. Take the bus from Tamworth Station to Cudgery St Dorrigo
3. Take the bus from Bus Shelter Cudgery Street to Bus Interchange Stand D – Butler Street
4. Take the bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane Roma Street
5. Take the train from Roma Street to Mackay
29h 37m
$230–3,996

Muswellbrook to Mackay by train

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27h 50mAverage Duration

$108Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,468.5 km
Duration: 7h 31m

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 Maitland Station, Station St, Maitland Station, Hexham Station, Hexham, and Brisbane in around 34h 31m.

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