How to Travel from
Mackay to Emerald
by Plane or Car
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Mackay, Australia → Emerald, Australia
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mackay to Emerald
Composite routes from Mackay to Emerald
Cheapest
4 h 44 min
Car
389 km.
from $21
Transport providers
Airlines
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$923.91
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Bus operators
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$70.65
Bus from Rockhampton to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$59.78
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Mackay to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.26–$38.04
Bus from Mackay to Carmila
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65
Bus from Carmila to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$30.43
Train operators
Queensland Rail Travel
Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mackay to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$9.78–$728.53
Train from Rockhampton to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$8.70–$616.67
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Mackay to Emerald?
The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Emerald is to drive which costs $47.83 - $70.65 and takes 4h 44m.
What is the fastest way to get from Mackay to Emerald?
The fastest way to get from Mackay to Emerald is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs $47.83 - $70.65 .
Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Emerald?
No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Emerald. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Emerald via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.
Is there a direct train between Mackay and Emerald?
No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Emerald. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Emerald via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.
How far is it from Mackay to Emerald?
The distance between Mackay and Emerald is 615 km. The road distance is 389.2 km.
How do I travel from Mackay to Emerald without a car?
The best way to get from Mackay to Emerald without a car is to bus which takes 8h 55m and costs $54.35 - $130.43 .
How long does it take to get from Mackay to Emerald?
It takes approximately 8h 55m to get from Mackay to Emerald, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Mackay to Emerald bus from?
Mackay to Emerald bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mackay station.
Where do I catch the Mackay to Emerald train from?
Mackay to Emerald train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Mackay station.
Train, bus or fly from Mackay to Emerald?
The best way to get from Mackay to Emerald is to bus which takes 8h 55m and costs $54.35 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $18.48 - $1413.04 and takes 9h 48m, you could also fly, which costs $184.78 - $652.17 and takes 5h 36m.
Where does the Mackay to Emerald bus arrive?
Mackay to Emerald bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Rockhampton station.
Where does the Mackay to Emerald train arrive?
Mackay to Emerald train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Rockhampton station.
Can I drive from Mackay to Emerald?
Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Emerald is 389 km. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Mackay to Emerald.
Where can I stay near Emerald?
There are 23+ hotels available in Emerald. Prices start at $60.36 per night.
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