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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mackay to Brisbane

Composite routes from Mackay to Brisbane

Cheapest
11 h 8 min
Car
946 km.
from $52
Other
4 h 31 min
Plane
802 km.
from $265.79
4 h 56 min
Train, Plane
802 km.
from $247.93

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 4
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
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Virgin Australia
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Alliance Airlines
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Jetstar
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1h 25m
Every day
$75.79–$353.67
Qantas
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1h 29m
Every day
$75.79–$429.45
Virgin Australia
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1h 34m
Every day
$126.31–$555.76
Alliance Airlines
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1h 30m
Monday to Friday
$202.10–$328.41
Bus operators
Found: 2
Greyhound Australia
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Premier Motor Service
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Greyhound Australia
Website
16h 20m
Twice daily
$107.36–$265.25
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
17h
Once daily
$82.10–$113.68
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
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Queensland Rail Travel
Website
13h 41m
4 times a week
$34.10–$2,493.13
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Brisbane is to bus via Gympie Rd at Aspley South, stop 41 which costs $70.65 - $103.26 and takes 17h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Brisbane is to fly which takes 3h 31m and costs $76.09 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Brisbane?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mackay and arriving at Brisbane. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Brisbane?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mackay and arriving at Roma Street. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 13h 41m.

How far is it from Mackay to Brisbane?

The distance between Mackay and Brisbane is 822 km. The road distance is 947.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Brisbane without a car is to train which takes 13h 41m and costs $29.35 - $2173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Mackay to Brisbane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Brisbane bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Brisbane train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Mackay to Brisbane?

The best way to get from Mackay to Brisbane is to fly which takes 3h 31m and costs $76.09 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29.35 - $2173.91 and takes 13h 41m, you could also bus, which costs $70.65 - $228.26 and takes 16h 20m.

Where does the Mackay to Brisbane bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mackay to Brisbane train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Brisbane?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Brisbane is 948 km. It takes approximately 12h 44m to drive from Mackay to Brisbane.

Where can I stay near Brisbane?

There are 1504+ hotels available in Brisbane. Prices start at $56.58 per night.
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