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Mackay to Bowral

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mackay to Bowral

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Sydney Trains
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Intercity Train
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Queensland Rail Travel
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Sydney Trains
Website
1h 1m
Hourly
$3.28–$5.81
131 500
131 500
Call
Intercity Train
Website
1h 12m
Every 30 minutes
$6.95–$10.10
131 500
131 500
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Queensland Rail Travel
Website
13h 41m
4 times a week
$35.37–$2,547.48
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
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Transport for NSW
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Greyhound Australia
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Premier Motor Service
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Transport for NSW
Website
1h
Every 4 hours
$4.04–$5.94
131 500
131 500
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Greyhound Australia
Website
16h 20m
Twice daily
$113.68–$277.88
1300 473946
1300 473946
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Premier Motor Service
Website
17h
Once daily
$82.10–$119.99
13 34 10
13 34 10
Call Contact via email
Jetstar
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Qantas
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Virgin Australia
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Link Airways
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Jetstar
Website
2h 20m
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
$126.31–$821.01
Qantas
Website
3h 57m
Every day
$239.99–$530.50
Virgin Australia
Website
4h 6m
Every day
$189.46–$555.76
Link Airways
Website
4h 45m
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
$328.41–$821.01

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Bowral is to bus and train which costs $141.30 - $228.26 and takes 38h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Bowral is to train and fly which takes 7h 20m and costs $130.43 - $869.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Bowral?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Bowral station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Bowral Station, Coach Stop via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Bowral?

No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Bowral station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Bowral Station via Roma Street Station, Strathfield Station and Campbelltown Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 27m.

How far is it from Mackay to Bowral?

The distance between Mackay and Bowral is 1561 km. The road distance is 1827.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Bowral without a car is to train which takes 31h 27m and costs $47.83 - $2282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Mackay to Bowral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Bowral bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Bowral train from?

Mackay to Bowral train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Mackay station.

Train or bus from Mackay to Bowral?

The best way to get from Mackay to Bowral is to train which takes 31h 27m and costs $47.83 - $2282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $152.17 - $445.65 and takes 37h 17m.

Where does the Mackay to Bowral bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mackay and Bowral?

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

Where does the Mackay to Bowral train arrive?

Mackay to Bowral train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Mackay to Bowral?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Bowral is 1828 km. It takes approximately 22h 8m to drive from Mackay to Bowral.

Where can I stay near Bowral?

There are 267+ hotels available in Bowral. Prices start at $61.67 per night.
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