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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cairns to Mackay Region

Composite routes from Cairns to Mackay Region

Cheapest
8 h 43 min
Car
731 km.
from $40
Other
5 h 37 min
Bus, Plane
590 km.
from $278.98

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 4
FlexFlight ApS
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Skytrans
Website
FlexFlight ApS
Website
1h 25m
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
$163.04–$380.43
Qantas
Website
3h 42m
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
$206.52–$532.61
Virgin Australia
Website
6h 56m
Every day
$184.78–$543.48
Skytrans
Website
1h 25m
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
$163.04–$380.43
Bus operators
Found: 2
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
12h 25m
Once daily
$70.65–$163.04
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
12h 5m
Once daily
$52.17–$76.09
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
11h 9m
4 times a week
$21.74–$1,585.39
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Mackay Region?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Mackay Region is to bus which costs $52.17 - $163.04 and takes 12h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Mackay Region?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Mackay Region is to fly and bus which takes 5h 37m and costs $184.78 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Mackay Region?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Mackay. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 5m.

How far is it from Cairns to Mackay Region?

The distance between Cairns and Mackay Region is 616 km. The road distance is 734.5 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Mackay Region without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Mackay Region without a car is to train which takes 11h 15m and costs $31.52 - $1630.43 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Mackay Region?

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Cairns to Mackay Region, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Mackay Region bus from?

Cairns to Mackay Region bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Mackay Region?

The best way to get from Cairns to Mackay Region is to fly which takes 5h 55m and costs $152.17 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $31.52 - $1630.43 and takes 11h 15m, you could also bus, which costs $52.17 - $163.04 and takes 12h 11m.

Where does the Cairns to Mackay Region bus arrive?

Cairns to Mackay Region bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Mackay station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Mackay Region?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Mackay Region is 734 km. It takes approximately 9h 32m to drive from Cairns to Mackay Region.

Where can I stay near Mackay Region?

There are 76+ hotels available in Mackay Region. Prices start at $61.87 per night.
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