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How to Travel from

Mackay Airport to Townsville

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Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$517.87

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Sarina to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$51.79–$113.68

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Sarina to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.42–$55.58

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mackay to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.63–$962.31

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville?

The cheapest way to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville is to drive which costs $47.83 - $70.65 and takes 5h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville?

The fastest way to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville is to fly which takes 1h 1m and costs $119.57 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay Airport (MKY) and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Mackay Airport and arriving at Townsville via Caneland station, stop A and Sarina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.

How far is it from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville?

The distance between Mackay Airport (MKY) and Townsville is 335 km. The road distance is 397.5 km.

How do I travel from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville without a car?

The best way to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville without a car is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs $20.65 - $923.91 .

How long does it take to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville?

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville bus from?

Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Sarina station.

Train, bus or fly from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville?

The best way to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville is to fly which takes 1h 1m and costs $119.57 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20.65 - $923.91 and takes 6h 19m, you could also bus, which costs $34.78 - $97.83 and takes 11h.

Where does the Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville bus arrive?

Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville is 397 km. It takes approximately 5h 31m to drive from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 517+ hotels available in Townsville. Prices start at $55.36 per night.
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