How to Travel from
Mackay to Alice Springs
by Route or Car
Eight ways to Travel from Mackay to Alice Springs
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 401 km)
24 h 59 min
2401 km.
from $132
Other
Plane
19 h 14 min
1595 km.
from $370.35
Bus
3 d 7 h 17 min
1595 km.
from $794.35
Train via Sydney
3 d 11 h 11 min
1594 km.
from $2089.59
Train, Plane
23 h 24 min
1595 km.
from $484.57
Bus, Plane
26 h 14 min
1595 km.
from $384.85
Bus, Train
4 d 13 h 22 min
1594 km.
from $2119.53
Train
4 d 15 h 46 min
1593 km.
from $4740.91
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:
$12.63–$34.10
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:
$42.95–$58.10
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
16h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$113.68–$277.88
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$239.99
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$60.63–$138.94
Bus from Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$151.57–$366.30
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.26–$40.42
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:
$9.47–$46.73
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$119.99
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.47–$29.05
Bus from Mackay to Chermside
Ave. Duration:
16h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$119.99
Airlines
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Alice
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$378.93–$1,136.79
Plane from Moranbah Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
19h 35m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$315.77–$947.32
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
21h 50m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$290.51–$947.32
Plane from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
22h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$277.88–$884.17
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Alice
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$252.62–$757.86
Plane from Moranbah Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
19h 40m
Frequency:
Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$202.10–$593.66
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
21h 45m
Frequency:
Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$252.62–$757.86
Plane from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
23h 32m
Frequency:
Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$189.46–$543.13
Train operators
Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$757.86–$2,778.82
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:
$35.37–$2,547.48
Train from Mackay to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.55–$327.53
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:
$1,585.46–$3,902.09
Journey Beyond - The Ghan
Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Alice
Ave. Duration:
26h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$352.14–$710.20
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Mackay to Alice Springs?
The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Alice Springs is to drive which costs $293.48 - $434.78 and takes 25h 37m.
What is the fastest way to get from Mackay to Alice Springs?
The fastest way to get from Mackay to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 7h 44m and costs $239.13 - $652.17 .
Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Alice Springs?
No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Alice Springs via Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre, Brisbane, Central Station, Albury Station/Hume Hwy and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 7h.
Is there a direct train between Mackay and Alice Springs?
No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Alice Springs via Roma Street Station, Sydney Central Station and Adelaide Parklands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 11h.
How far is it from Mackay to Alice Springs?
The distance between Mackay and Alice Springs is 1620 km. The road distance is 2406.6 km.
How do I travel from Mackay to Alice Springs without a car?
The best way to get from Mackay to Alice Springs without a car is to bus which takes 3 days 7h and costs $336.96 - $923.91 .
How long does it take to get from Mackay to Alice Springs?
It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Mackay to Alice Springs, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Mackay to Alice Springs bus from?
Mackay to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mackay station.
Where do I catch the Mackay to Alice Springs train from?
Mackay to Alice Springs train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Mackay station.
Train, bus or fly from Mackay to Alice Springs?
The best way to get from Mackay to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 7h 44m and costs $239.13 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $336.96 - $923.91 and takes 3 days 7h, you could also train via Sydney, which costs $978.26 - $5326.09 and takes 3 days 11h.
Where does the Mackay to Alice Springs bus arrive?
Mackay to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.
What is the time difference between Mackay and Alice Springs?
Alice Springs is 30 min behind Mackay. It is currently 13:08 in Mackay and 12:38 in Alice Springs.
Where does the Mackay to Alice Springs train arrive?
Mackay to Alice Springs train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.
Can I drive from Mackay to Alice Springs?
Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Alice Springs is 2407 km. It takes approximately 25h 37m to drive from Mackay to Alice Springs.
Where can I stay near Alice Springs?
There are 24+ hotels available in Alice Springs. Prices start at $17.43 per night.
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