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21 h 48 min
1872 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Canberra to Mackay

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Cheapest
By car (1 872 km)
21 h 48 min
1872 km.
from $102
Other
Rideshare
21 h 48 min
1872 km.
from $24.42
Bus, Train (Bus)
32 h 59 min
1570 km.
from $228.25
Bus
35 h 48 min
1569 km.
from $421.17
Bus, Plane (Fly Canberra International Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport)
8 h 47 min
1570 km.
from $318.28
Bus, Plane (Fly Canberra International Airport to Moranbah Airport)
8 h 21 min
1570 km.
from $497.63
Bus, Plane (Bus to Sydney Airport)
9 h 36 min
1570 km.
from $236.53
Bus, Train (Bus)
43 h 37 min
1570 km.
from $218.38

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:
$10.87–$29.35
Train from Wollongong Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.48–$5.22

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.52–$59.78
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$92.39–$228.26
Bus from Canberra to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$59.78

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$97.83
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39
Bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$103.26

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Email:
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91
Bus from Canberra to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$33.70–$47.83
Bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$41.30

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$250.00–$923.91
Plane from Sydney Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$521.74

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 6m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$239.13–$760.87
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$250.00–$923.91
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$239.13–$760.87
Plane from Sydney Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$456.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$500.00
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
5h 47m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$282.61–$923.91
Plane from Sydney Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
4h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$478.26

Train operators

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:
$30.43–$2,192.23
Train from Proserpine to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$3.91–$281.86

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Mackay is to bus and train via Wollongong which costs $163.04 - $260.87 and takes 43h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Mackay is to fly which takes 7h 3m and costs $152.17 - $510.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Mackay via Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 48m.

How far is it from Canberra to Mackay?

The distance between Canberra and Mackay is 1591 km. The road distance is 1872.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Mackay without a car is to bus and train which takes 32h 59m and costs $70.65 - $2391.30 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Canberra to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Mackay bus from?

Canberra to Mackay bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Canberra station.

Bus or fly from Canberra to Mackay?

The best way to get from Canberra to Mackay is to fly which takes 7h 3m and costs $152.17 - $510.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $173.91 - $489.13 and takes 35h 48m.

Where does the Canberra to Mackay bus arrive?

Canberra to Mackay bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Canberra and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Canberra. It is currently 09:05 in Canberra and 08:05 in Mackay.

Can I drive from Canberra to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Mackay is 1873 km. It takes approximately 22h 27m to drive from Canberra to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 76+ hotels available in Mackay. Prices start at $64.48 per night.
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