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Seven ways to Travel from Mackay to Forbes

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Cheapest
By car (1 631 km)
18 h 53 min
1631 km.
from $89
Other
Rideshare
18 h 53 min
1631 km.
from $21.27
Bus, Plane (Fly to Dubbo City Regional Airport)
8 h 51 min
1363 km.
from $320.71
Train
37 h 20 min
1362 km.
from $1168.37
Bus
42 h 44 min
1364 km.
from $442.04
Bus, Plane (Fly to Canberra International Airport)
13 h 10 min
1363 km.
from $309.53
Bus via Aspley
44 h 19 min
1364 km.
from $223.39

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
13h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Train from Strathfield Station to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$7.63–$17.81
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 to Forbes
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.27
Bus from Orange Station, Coach Bay 1 to Forbes
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.27
Bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Cootamundra
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$9.54
Bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 to Forbes
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.90
Bus from 4612 Mitchell Hwy to Forbes
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.90

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
16h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$114.48–$279.84
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$241.68

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.68–$120.84
Bus from Mackay to Aspley
Ave. Duration:
16h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.68–$120.84
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12

Australia Wide Coaches

Phone:
02 9516 1300
Email:
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Orange
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$39.43–$54.70
Bus from Central Station to Lucknow
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$38.16–$53.42

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
6h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.00–$953.99
Plane from Mackay to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.84–$890.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$890.39
Plane from Mackay to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$559.67

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Mackay to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$368.88–$1,144.79

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Mackay to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$279.84–$890.39

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mackay to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 41m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$35.62–$2,565.41

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Forbes is to train which costs $47.83 - $2282.61 and takes 37h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Forbes is to fly and bus which takes 8h 51m and costs $152.17 - $510.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Forbes?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Forbes station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Forbes Station, Coach Stop via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station and Orange Station, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 44m.

How far is it from Mackay to Forbes?

The distance between Mackay and Forbes is 1398 km. The road distance is 1627.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Forbes without a car is to train which takes 37h 20m and costs $47.83 - $2282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 51m to get from Mackay to Forbes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Forbes bus from?

Mackay to Forbes bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mackay station.

Train, bus or fly from Mackay to Forbes?

The best way to get from Mackay to Forbes is to train which takes 37h 20m and costs $47.83 - $2282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $195.65 - $500 and takes 42h 44m, you could also fly, which costs $195.65 - $652.17 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Mackay to Forbes bus arrive?

Mackay to Forbes bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Mackay and Forbes?

Forbes is 1h ahead of Mackay. It is currently 20:38 in Mackay and 21:38 in Forbes.

Can I drive from Mackay to Forbes?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Forbes is 1627 km. It takes approximately 19h 28m to drive from Mackay to Forbes.

Where can I stay near Forbes?

There are nine+ hotels available in Forbes. Prices start at $65.41 per night.
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