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How to Travel from

Forster to Mackay

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Taree Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
8h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.84–$22.74
Train from Taree Station to Wauchope
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.04–$5.94
Train from Broadmeadow Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.93–$8.84
Train from Broadmeadow Station to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.19–$12.63

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$107.36–$265.25

Busways

Phone:
1300 692 929
Website:
busways.com.au/
Bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bulahdelah
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.19–$7.58
Bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Broadmeadow
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.89–$16.42

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Bulahdelah to Heatherbrae
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.16–$21.47
Bus from Taree to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
12h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.84–$82.10
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$113.68

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$214.73–$694.70
Plane from Sydney Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$821.01

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$303.14–$1,199.94
Plane from Port Macquarie to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$328.41–$757.86
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
6h 13m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$214.73–$1,010.48
Plane from Sydney Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$821.01
Plane from Tamworth to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
7h 6m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$265.25–$821.01

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.46–$1,073.63
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.46–$694.70
Plane from Sydney Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$947.32
Plane from Tamworth to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 3m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$454.72

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:
$35.37–$2,547.48
Train from Proserpine to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.55–$327.53

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Mackay is to train which costs $41.30 - $2391.30 and takes 24h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Mackay is to bus and fly which takes 10h 9m and costs $184.78 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Little St At Memorial Dr and arriving at Mackay via Taree and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 7m.

How far is it from Forster to Mackay?

The distance between Forster and Mackay is 1494 km. The road distance is 1584.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 24h 43m and costs $41.30 - $2391.30 .

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

It takes approximately 10h 9m to get from Forster to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Mackay bus from?

Forster to Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Taree station.

Train or bus from Forster to Mackay?

The best way to get from Forster to Mackay is to train which takes 24h 43m and costs $41.30 - $2391.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $304.35 and takes 32h 7m.

Where does the Forster to Mackay bus arrive?

Forster to Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Forster and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Forster. It is currently 15:20 in Forster and 14:20 in Mackay.

Can I drive from Forster to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Mackay is 1584 km. It takes approximately 19h 40m to drive from Forster 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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