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24 h 13 min
2399 km.
from $131
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Alice Springs, Australia → Mackay, Australia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Alice Springs to Mackay

Composite routes from Alice Springs to Mackay

Cheapest
24 h 13 min
Car
2399 km.
from $131
Other
3 d 3 h 53 min
1595 km.
from $770.98
3 d 5 h 27 min
1594 km.
from $965.50
20 h 30 min
Bus, Plane
1595 km.
from $583.43
17 h 19 min
Bus, Plane
1595 km.
from $458.43
3 d 23 h 55 min
1593 km.
from $4774.63
4 d 38 min
Bus, Train
1594 km.
from $2126.23

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 5
Transport for NSW
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Firefly Express
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Greyhound Australia
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V-Line Buses
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Premier Motor Service
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Transport for NSW
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14h 6m
Twice daily
$12.72–$34.34
131 500
131 500
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Firefly Express
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7h 35m
Once daily
$43.25–$58.51
1300 730 740
1300 730 740
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Greyhound Australia
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19h 55m
6 times a week
$152.64–$368.88
1300 473946
1300 473946
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V-Line Buses
Website
14h 5m
Once daily
$9.54–$47.06
+61 3 9662 2505
+61 3 9662 2505
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Premier Motor Service
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17h 20m
Once daily
$76.32–$114.48
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
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Airlines
Found: 2
Qantas
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Virgin Australia
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Qantas
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8h 10m
Tuesday and Sunday
$407.04–$1,208.39
Virgin Australia
Website
7h 20m
Tuesday and Thursday
$267.12–$826.79
Train operators
Found: 5
NSW TrainLink XPT
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Journey Beyond - The Overland
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Queensland Rail Travel
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Journey Beyond - Great Southern
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Journey Beyond - The Ghan
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NSW TrainLink XPT
Website
11h 18m
Twice daily
$48.34–$178.08
131 500
131 500
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Journey Beyond - The Overland
Website
11h 25m
Twice a week
$76.32–$228.96
1800 703 357
1800 703 357
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Queensland Rail Travel
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13h 23m
4 times a week
$35.62–$2,565.41
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
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Journey Beyond - Great Southern
Website
2d 8h
Once a week
$1,596.61–$3,929.55
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
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Journey Beyond - The Ghan
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23h 15m
Once a week
$354.62–$715.20
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
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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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