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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mackay to Howard

Composite routes from Mackay to Howard

Cheapest
8 h 32 min
Car
698 km.
from $38

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
21h 50m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$282.61–$1,195.65

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
4h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$652.17
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
18h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$652.17

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Miriam
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.00–$108.70

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Howard
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.91–$70.65
Bus from Miriam Vale to Howard
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$28.26

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mackay to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
5h 58m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.04–$994.73
Train from Gladstone to Howard
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.61–$539.86
Train from Mackay to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$3.91–$281.86

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Howard is to bus which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Howard is to fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $304.35 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Howard?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mackay and arriving at Howard. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Howard?

No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Howard. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Howard via Gladstone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.

How far is it from Mackay to Howard?

The distance between Mackay and Howard is 713 km. The road distance is 687.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Howard without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs $48.91 - $70.65 .

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

The bus from Mackay to Howard takes 9h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Howard bus from?

Mackay to Howard bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Mackay station.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Howard train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Mackay to Howard?

The best way to get from Mackay to Howard is to bus which takes 9h and costs $48.91 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20.65 - $1630.43 and takes 9h 24m, you could also fly, which costs $304.35 - $652.17 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Mackay to Howard bus arrive?

Mackay to Howard bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Howard station.

Where does the Mackay to Howard train arrive?

Mackay to Howard train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Gladstone station.

Can I drive from Mackay to Howard?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Howard is 687 km. It takes approximately 9h 26m to drive from Mackay to Howard.

Where can I stay near Howard?

There are 47+ hotels available in Howard. Prices start at $59.17 per night.
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