How to Travel from
Mackay to Adelaide
by Route or Car
Seven ways to Travel from Mackay to Adelaide
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 575 km)
28 h 41 min
2575 km.
from $141
Other
Train, Plane
6 h 3 min
1845 km.
from $286.22
Train via Sydney
2 d 7 h 41 min
1846 km.
from $1491.76
Bus
2 d 9 h 47 min
1844 km.
from $506.30
Plane
7 h 58 min
1845 km.
from $269.84
Train
3 d 11 h 46 min
1846 km.
from $4117.22
Bus, Train
3 d 15 h 58 min
1845 km.
from $1934.75
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Firefly Express
Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51
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
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.06–$139.92
V-Line Buses
Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.54–$47.06
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.68–$120.84
Bus from Mackay to Chermside
Ave. Duration:
16h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.68–$120.84
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$120.84–$445.20
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
6h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.84–$890.39
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$120.84–$445.20
Plane from Moranbah Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.96–$699.59
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$546.95
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.80–$559.67
Plane from Moranbah Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$457.92
Train operators
Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$763.19–$2,798.37
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
Train from Mackay to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.58–$329.84
Journey Beyond - Great Southern
Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,596.61–$3,929.55
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Mackay to Adelaide?
The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Adelaide is to drive and fly which costs $152.17 - $434.78 and takes 7h 58m.
What is the fastest way to get from Mackay to Adelaide?
The fastest way to get from Mackay to Adelaide is to train and fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $130.43 - $706.52 .
Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Adelaide?
No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at 85 Franklin St via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station and Albury Station/Hume Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 9h.
Is there a direct train between Mackay and Adelaide?
No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Adelaide Parklands via Roma Street Station and Sydney Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.
How far is it from Mackay to Adelaide?
The distance between Mackay and Adelaide is 1867 km. The road distance is 2573 km.
How do I travel from Mackay to Adelaide without a car?
The best way to get from Mackay to Adelaide without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 7h and costs $652.17 - $4673.91 .
How long does it take to get from Mackay to Adelaide?
It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Mackay to Adelaide, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Mackay to Adelaide bus from?
Mackay to Adelaide bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mackay station.
Where do I catch the Mackay to Adelaide train from?
Mackay to Adelaide train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Mackay station.
Train, bus or fly from Mackay to Adelaide?
The best way to get from Mackay to Adelaide is to fly which takes 6h 58m and costs $163.04 - $478.26 . Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $652.17 - $4673.91 and takes 2 days 7h, you could also bus, which costs $206.52 - $597.83 and takes 2 days 9h.
Where does the Mackay to Adelaide bus arrive?
Mackay to Adelaide bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.
What is the time difference between Mackay and Adelaide?
Adelaide is 30 min ahead of Mackay. It is currently 23:19 in Mackay and 23:49 in Adelaide.
Where does the Mackay to Adelaide train arrive?
Mackay to Adelaide train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.
Can I drive from Mackay to Adelaide?
Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Adelaide is 2573 km. It takes approximately 28h 29m to drive from Mackay to Adelaide.
Where can I stay near Adelaide?
There are 1089+ hotels available in Adelaide. Prices start at $56.07 per night.
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