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552 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Mackay to Cardwell

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Cheapest
By car (552 km)
6 h 56 min
552 km.
from $30
Other
Rideshare
6 h 56 min
552 km.
from $7.20
Plane
4 h 13 min
458 km.
from $333.46
Bus via Bowen
10 h 5 min
458 km.
from $61.48

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$555.76

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Cardwell
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.15–$151.57

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Cardwell
Ave. Duration:
9h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.52–$69.47
Bus from Mackay to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.53–$36.63
Bus from Bowen to Cardwell
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.37–$48.00

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mackay to Cardwell
Ave. Duration:
7h 56m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.21–$1,436.78

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Cardwell is to bus via Bowen which costs $53.26 - $76.09 and takes 10h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Cardwell is to fly and drive which takes 4h 13m and costs $130.43 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Cardwell?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mackay and arriving at Cardwell. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Cardwell?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mackay and arriving at Cardwell. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Mackay to Cardwell?

The distance between Mackay and Cardwell is 501 km. The road distance is 557.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Cardwell without a car is to train which takes 7h 56m and costs $17.39 - $1304.35 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Mackay to Cardwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Cardwell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Cardwell train from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Cardwell?

The best way to get from Mackay to Cardwell is to train which takes 7h 56m and costs $17.39 - $1304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.48 - $130.43 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Mackay to Cardwell bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mackay to Cardwell train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Cardwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Cardwell is 557 km. It takes approximately 7h 18m to drive from Mackay to Cardwell.

Where can I stay near Cardwell?

There are seven+ hotels available in Cardwell. Prices start at $59.17 per night.
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