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Cairns to Mackay

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735 km.
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9 h 13 min
735 km.
from $9.59
Bus, Plane
5 h 35 min
590 km.
from $296.39

Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$432.48

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$635.99

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.24–$826.79

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$432.48

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
12h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.68–$190.80

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
12h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$62.33–$89.04

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
11h 9m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.71–$1,891.98
Train from Proserpine to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.45–$322.81

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Mackay is to bus which costs $53.26 - $163.04 and takes 12h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Mackay is to fly and train which takes 5h 35m and costs $173.91 - $869.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Mackay?

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.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Mackay. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 11h 9m.

How far is it from Cairns to Mackay?

The distance between Cairns and Mackay is 615 km. The road distance is 734.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 11h 9m and costs $22.83 - $1630.43 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Cairns to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Mackay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Mackay train from?

Cairns to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Mackay?

The best way to get from Cairns to Mackay is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs $152.17 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22.83 - $1630.43 and takes 11h 9m, you could also bus, which costs $53.26 - $163.04 and takes 12h 5m.

Where does the Cairns to Mackay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairns to Mackay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Mackay is 735 km. It takes approximately 9h 31m to drive from Cairns to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 76+ hotels available in Mackay. Prices start at $63.10 per night.
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