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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Brisbane to Mackay

Composite routes from Brisbane to Mackay

Cheapest
11 h 8 min
Car
946 km.
from $52
Other
5 h 31 min
Bus, Plane
802 km.
from $299.04
5 h 51 min
Bus, Plane
802 km.
from $261

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 4
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Alliance Airlines
Website
Jetstar
Website
1h 30m
Every day
$65.22–$315.22
Qantas
Website
1h 34m
Every day
$65.22–$380.43
Virgin Australia
Website
1h 44m
Every day
$108.70–$478.26
Alliance Airlines
Website
1h 45m
Monday to Friday
$217.39–$293.48
Bus operators
Found: 2
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
16h 15m
Twice daily
$92.39–$228.26
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
17h 20m
Once daily
$65.22–$97.83
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
13h 23m
4 times a week
$30.43–$2,192.23
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Mackay is to bus via Aspley Gympie Road which costs $70.65 - $108.70 and takes 18h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Mackay is to fly which takes 4h 22m and costs $70.65 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane 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 Brisbane 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 Brisbane to Mackay?

The distance between Brisbane and Mackay is 822 km. The road distance is 947.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Brisbane to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 13h 23m and costs $30.43 - $2282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Brisbane to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Mackay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Mackay train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane to Mackay?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Mackay is to fly which takes 4h 22m and costs $70.65 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30.43 - $2282.61 and takes 13h 23m, you could also bus, which costs $65.22 - $228.26 and takes 16h 15m.

Where does the Brisbane to Mackay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brisbane to Mackay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brisbane to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Mackay is 947 km. It takes approximately 12h 43m to drive from Brisbane 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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