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Howard to Mackay

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Howard to Mackay

Composite routes from Howard to Mackay

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Transport providers

Qantas
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Virgin Australia
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Qantas
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5h 25m
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$254.40–$826.79
Virgin Australia
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5h 45m
Monday to Saturday
$178.08–$635.99
Greyhound Australia
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Premier Motor Service
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Greyhound Australia
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6h 15m
Twice daily
$55.97–$120.84
1300 473946
1300 473946
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Premier Motor Service
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9h 30m
Once daily
$54.70–$76.32
13 34 10
13 34 10
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Queensland Rail Travel
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Queensland Rail Travel
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3h 59m
Once daily
$12.08–$887.39
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Howard to Mackay is to bus which costs $46.74 - $65.22 and takes 9h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howard to Mackay is to fly which takes 5h 46m and costs $271.74 - $815.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Howard and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Howard and arriving at Mackay. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Howard and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Howard to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Howard and arriving at Mackay via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

How far is it from Howard to Mackay?

The distance between Howard and Mackay is 660 km. The road distance is 687.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Howard to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 9h 18m and costs $19.57 - $1521.74 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 18m to get from Howard to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howard to Mackay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Howard to Mackay train from?

Howard to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Howard station.

Train, bus or fly from Howard to Mackay?

The best way to get from Howard to Mackay is to train which takes 9h 18m and costs $19.57 - $1521.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $46.74 - $65.22 and takes 9h 30m, you could also fly, which costs $271.74 - $815.22 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Howard to Mackay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Howard to Mackay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Howard to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Howard to Mackay is 687 km. It takes approximately 9h 25m to drive from Howard to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

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