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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Mackay is to bus via Mackay which costs $190 - $330 and takes 32h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Mackay is to fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $230 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Mackay via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Mackay?

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

How far is it from Sydney to Mackay?

The distance between Sydney and Mackay is 1444 km. The road distance is 1725.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 28h 29m and costs $170 - $3,900.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Sydney to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Mackay bus from?

Sydney to Mackay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Mackay train from?

Sydney to Mackay train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Mackay?

The best way to get from Sydney to Mackay is to fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $230 - $500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $170 - $3,900 and takes 28h 29m, you could also bus, which costs $270 - $500 and takes 32h 29m.

Where does the Sydney to Mackay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sydney to Mackay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Mackay is 1725 km. It takes approximately 19h 53m to drive from Sydney to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 85+ hotels available in Mackay.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Sydney to Mackay by plane, train, 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.

Fly Sydney International Airport to Mackay
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Mackay (MKY)plane SYD - MKY
5h 33m
$238–502
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Mackaytrain Spirit of Queensland
28h 29m
$170–3,849
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackaybus Pm16
32h 29m
$271–495
Drive 1,725.4 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Mackaycar 1,725.4 km
19h 53m
$309–446
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Mackay
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Mackay (MKY)plane NTL - MKY
8h 11m
$213–400
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
6h 43m
$209–1,082
Train to Wollongong, fly to Mackay
1. Take the train from Central Station to Albion Park Stationtrain
2. Fly from Wollongong (WOL) to Mackay (MKY)plane WOL - MKY
9h 8m
$318–811
Bus via Mackay
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Roma Street Station, Stand Fbus 3101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Mackaybus Au050-1 / ...
32h 31m
$197–325

Sydney to Mackay by train

2Weekly Trains

28h 29mAverage Duration

$170Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,444.2 km
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Sydney, 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 Central Station to Mackay via Roma Street Station and Roma Street in around 28h 29m.

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