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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Mackay is to train and fly which costs $260 - $470 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 7h 35m and costs $260 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct and arriving at Mackay via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Mackay via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 46m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Mackay?

The distance between Pakenham and Mackay is 1965 km. The road distance is 2334.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 42h 46m and costs $180 - $4,200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Pakenham to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Mackay bus from?

Pakenham to Mackay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Mackay train from?

Pakenham to Mackay train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Pakenham Station.

Train or bus from Pakenham to Mackay?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Mackay is to train which takes 42h 46m and costs $180 - $4,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 46h 40m.

Where does the Pakenham to Mackay bus arrive?

Pakenham to Mackay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

What is the time difference between Pakenham and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Pakenham. It is currently 2:32 AM in Pakenham and 1:32 AM in Mackay.

Where does the Pakenham to Mackay train arrive?

Pakenham to Mackay train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Mackay is 2335 km. It takes approximately 26h 27m to drive from Pakenham to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 86+ hotels available in Mackay.

Pakenham to Mackay - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Pakenham to Mackay by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Mackay
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay (MKY)plane MEL - MKY
7h 35m
$264–467
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
4. Take the train from Roma Street to Mackaytrain
42h 46m
$186–4,109
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Roma Street Station, Stand Fbus
4. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mackaybus
46h 40m
Drive 2,334.9 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Mackaycar 2,334.9 km
26h 27m
$443–639
Train, bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Mackay
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminalbus
3. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Mackay (MKY)plane AVV - MKY
9h 35m
$224–927
Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane MEL - PPP
3. Take the train from Proserpine to Mackaytrain
8h 25m
$240–1,037
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpoolbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackaybus
2d 2h
$354–486

Pakenham to Mackay by train

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42h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,965 km
Duration: 7h 35m

What companies run services between Pakenham, VIC, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Mackay via Southern Cross Station, Southern Cross, Central Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 42h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to Mackay via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1, Roma Street Station, Stand F, and Brisbane in around 46h 40m.

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