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How to Travel from

Mackay to Atherton

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Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$457.92

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$635.99
Plane from Mackay to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$559.67

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.24–$826.79

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$457.92

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.68–$203.52

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Atherton
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.08–$30.53

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.60–$89.04

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mackay to Gordonvale
Ave. Duration:
10h 57m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.44–$1,874.36
Train from Mackay to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.58–$329.84

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Atherton is to bus which costs $70.65 - $103.26 and takes 15h.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Atherton is to fly and drive which takes 6h 32m and costs $152.17 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Atherton?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Atherton via Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h.

How far is it from Mackay to Atherton?

The distance between Mackay and Atherton is 747 km. The road distance is 747.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Atherton without a car is to train which takes 11h 51m and costs $108.70 - $1739.13 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 51m to get from Mackay to Atherton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Atherton bus from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Atherton?

The best way to get from Mackay to Atherton is to train which takes 11h 51m and costs $108.70 - $1739.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70.65 - $103.26 and takes 15h.

Where does the Mackay to Atherton bus arrive?

Mackay to Atherton bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Mackay to Atherton?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Atherton is 748 km. It takes approximately 9h 37m to drive from Mackay to Atherton.

Where can I stay near Atherton?

There are 53+ hotels available in Atherton. Prices start at $80.99 per night.
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