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

The cheapest way to get from Parramatta to Mackay is to bus which costs $180 - $330 and takes 34h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parramatta to Mackay is to fly which takes 5h 50m and costs $230 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Parramatta and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Parramatta station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Parramatta Station, Stand A2 and arriving at Mackay via Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand A and Brisbane Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Parramatta and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Parramatta station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Parramatta Station and arriving at Mackay via Strathfield Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 28m.

How far is it from Parramatta to Mackay?

The distance between Parramatta and Mackay is 1463 km. The road distance is 1721.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Parramatta to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 29h 28m and costs $160 - $3,900.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Parramatta to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parramatta to Mackay bus from?

Parramatta to Mackay bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand A.

Where do I catch the Parramatta to Mackay train from?

Parramatta to Mackay train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Strathfield Station.

Train, bus or fly from Parramatta to Mackay?

The best way to get from Parramatta to Mackay is to fly which takes 5h 50m and costs $230 - $500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $3,900 and takes 29h 28m, you could also bus via Central Station, which costs $270 - $550 and takes 33h 55m.

Where does the Parramatta to Mackay bus arrive?

Parramatta to Mackay bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Roma Street Station, Stand F.

Where does the Parramatta to Mackay train arrive?

Parramatta to Mackay train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Parramatta to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Parramatta to Mackay is 1722 km. It takes approximately 19h 47m to drive from Parramatta to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 85+ hotels available in Mackay.

Parramatta to Mackay - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Parramatta to Mackay by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly Sydney International Airport to Mackay
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Mackay (MKY)plane SYD - MKY
5h 50m
$232–501
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Mackaytrain Spirit of Queensland
29h 28m
$169–3,857
Bus via Central Station
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackaybus Pm16
33h 55m
$274–508
Drive 1,721.5 km
1. Drive from Parramatta to Mackaycar 1,721.5 km
19h 47m
$305–440
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Mackay
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Mackay (MKY)plane NTL - MKY
8h 22m
$216–397
Fly Sydney International Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane SYD - PPP
2. Take the train from Proserpine to Mackaytrain
7h
$213–1,091
Train to Wollongong, fly to Mackay
1. Take the train from Redfern Station to Albion Park Stationtrain
2. Fly from Wollongong (WOL) to Mackay (MKY)plane WOL - MKY
10h 6m
$302–818
Bus
1. Take the bus from Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand A to Roma Street Station, Stand Fbus 3105
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Mackaybus Au050-1 / ...
34h 15m
$188–323

Parramatta to Mackay by train

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29h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,463.5 km
Duration: 5h 50m

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

Virgin Australia, Qantas, and Jetstar fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Mackay (MKY) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Parramatta Station to Mackay via Strathfield Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 29h 28m.

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