How to Travel from
Alice Springs to Mackay
by Route or Car
Seven ways to Travel from Alice Springs to Mackay
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 401 km)
24 h 59 min
2401 km.
from $132
Other
Bus
3 d 3 h 53 min
1595 km.
from $770.98
Train via Sydney
3 d 5 h 27 min
1594 km.
from $965.50
Bus, Plane (Fly to Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport)
20 h 30 min
1595 km.
from $583.43
Bus, Plane (Fly to Moranbah Airport)
17 h 19 min
1595 km.
from $458.43
Train
3 d 23 h 55 min
1593 km.
from $4774.63
Bus, Train
4 d 38 min
1594 km.
from $2126.23
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Firefly Express
Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
19h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$152.64–$368.88
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.06–$139.92
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$228.96
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$108.12–$267.12
V-Line Buses
Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury
Ave. Duration:
14h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.54–$47.06
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$114.48
Bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.68–$120.84
Airlines
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$407.04–$1,208.39
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
17h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$305.28–$1,017.59
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
17h 42m
Frequency:
Tuesday
Estimated price:
$267.12–$1,208.39
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$267.12–$826.79
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
24h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$318.00–$953.99
Train operators
NSW TrainLink XPT
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08
Journey Beyond - The Overland
Train from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$76.32–$228.96
Queensland Rail Travel
Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
13h 23m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$35.62–$2,565.41
Train from Proserpine to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.58–$329.84
Journey Beyond - Great Southern
Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Adelaide to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2d 8h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,596.61–$3,929.55
Journey Beyond - The Ghan
Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
23h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$354.62–$715.20
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to travel from Alice Springs to Mackay?
The cheapest way to travel from Alice Springs to Mackay is to drive which costs $344.77 - $510.77 and takes 25h 35m.
What is the quickest travel method from Alice Springs to Mackay?
The quickest travel method from Alice Springs to Mackay is to fly which takes 9 hours and 1 minute and costs between $293.69 and $893.85.
Is there a direct bus route between Alice Springs and Mackay?
No, there is no direct bus route between Alice Springs and Mackay. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Mackay via 85 Franklin St, Albury station, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 3h.
Is there a direct train route between Alice Springs and Mackay?
No, there is no direct train route from Alice Springs to Mackay. However, there are services that depart from Alice Springs and arrive at Mackay via Adelaide, Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days and 5 hours.
How far is the distance between Alice Springs and Mackay?
The distance between Alice Springs and Mackay is 1621 km. The road distance is 2401.3 km.
How can I travel from Alice Springs to Mackay without a car?
The best way to get from Alice Springs to Mackay without a car is to bus which takes 3 days 3h and costs $370.31 - $1,085.39.
** How long does it take to get from Alice Springs to Mackay?
** It takes approximately 9 hours and 1 minute to get from Alice Springs to Mackay, including transfers.
Where can I catch the Alice Springs to Mackay bus from?
Greyhound Australia operates Alice Springs to Mackay bus services that depart from Alice Springs station.
Where do I board the train from that goes to Mackay from Alice Springs?
Alice Springs to Mackay train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, depart from Alice Springs station.
What is the most convenient way to travel from Alice Springs to Mackay?
The best way to get from Alice Springs to Mackay is to fly which takes 9 hours and 1 minute and costs $293.69 to $893.85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $370.31 to $1,085.39 and takes 3 days and 3 hours. You could also train via Sydney, which costs $523.54 to $3,958.48 and takes 3 days and 5 hours.
Where does the Greyhound Australia bus from Alice Springs to Mackay arrive?
Greyhound Australia bus services from Alice Springs to Mackay arrive at Adelaide station.
How much time does it take to travel from Alice Springs to Mackay?
Mackay is 30 minutes ahead of Alice Springs. It is currently 23:27 in Alice Springs and 23:57 in Mackay.
Where does the Journey Beyond - The Ghan train arrive?
Alice Springs to Mackay train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.
Is it possible to drive from Alice Springs to Mackay?
The driving distance between Alice Springs and Mackay is 2401 kilometers. It takes approximately 25 hours and 35 minutes to drive from Alice Springs to Mackay.
Where can I find hotels near Mackay?
There are 76+ hotels available in Mackay. Prices start at $75.75 per night.
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