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

The cheapest way to get from Queensland to Mackay is to drive which costs $170 - $250 and takes 11h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Queensland to Mackay is to fly which takes 1h 7m and costs $230 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Queensland and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brisbane and arriving at Mackay. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Queensland and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Roma Street and arriving at Mackay. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 13h 23m.

How far is it from Queensland to Mackay?

The distance between Queensland and Mackay is 336 km. The road distance is 946.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Queensland to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 13h 23m and costs $100 - $3,600.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Queensland to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Queensland to Mackay bus from?

Queensland to Mackay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where do I catch the Queensland to Mackay train from?

Queensland to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Roma Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Queensland to Mackay?

The best way to get from Queensland to Mackay is to fly which takes 1h 7m and costs $230 - $500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $3,600 and takes 13h 23m, you could also bus, which costs $120 - $350 and takes 16h 15m.

Where does the Queensland to Mackay bus arrive?

Queensland to Mackay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Mackay station.

Where does the Queensland to Mackay train arrive?

Queensland to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Mackay station.

Can I drive from Queensland to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Queensland to Mackay is 947 km. It takes approximately 11h 9m to drive from Queensland to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 83+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Mackay (MKY)plane TSV - MKY
1h 7m
$238–501
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Roma Street to Mackaytrain Spirit of Queensland
13h 23m
$100–3,519
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mackaybus Townsville / ...
16h 15m
$120–350
Drive 946.8 km
1. Drive from Brisbane to Mackaycar 946.8 km
11h 9m
$170–246

Queensland to Mackay by train

4Weekly Trains

13h 23mAverage Duration

$100Cheapest Price

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Distance: 335.6 km
Duration: 1h 7m

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

Qantas flies from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Mackay (MKY) twice daily. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Roma Street to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $100–3,519 and the journey takes 13h 23m.

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