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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mackay to Surfers Paradise

Composite routes from Mackay to Surfers Paradise

Cheapest
12 h 1 min
Car
1023 km.
from $56
Other
5 h 23 min
Plane, Train
874 km.
from $244.93
15 h 42 min
874 km.
from $1134.39
18 h 45 min
874 km.
from $213.17
6 h 23 min
Plane
873 km.
from $252.20
6 h 48 min
Train, Plane
873 km.
from $268.59
19 h 14 min
Bus, Train
873 km.
from $100.89

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
Translink
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Translink
Website
1h 29m
Every 30 minutes
$16.42–$22.74
13 12 30
13 12 30
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
16h 20m
Twice daily
$113.68–$277.88
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
17h
Once daily
$82.10–$119.99
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 4
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Alliance Airlines
Website
Jetstar
Website
1h 25m
Every day
$75.79–$366.30
Qantas
Website
1h 29m
Every day
$75.79–$442.08
Virgin Australia
Website
1h 34m
Every day
$126.31–$555.76
Alliance Airlines
Website
1h 30m
Monday to Friday
$202.10–$277.88
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
13h 41m
4 times a week
$35.37–$2,547.48
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Mackay to Surfers Paradise?

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Surfers Paradise is to bus and train which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 19h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mackay to Surfers Paradise?

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Surfers Paradise is to fly and train which takes 5h 23m and costs $81.52 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Surfers Paradise. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Surfers Paradise station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 42m.

How far is it from Mackay to Surfers Paradise?

The distance between Mackay and Surfers Paradise is 907 km. The road distance is 1027 km.

How do I travel from Mackay to Surfers Paradise without a car?

The best way to get from Mackay to Surfers Paradise without a car is to train which takes 15h 42m and costs $34.78 - $2282.61 .

How long does it take to get from Mackay to Surfers Paradise?

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Mackay to Surfers Paradise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Surfers Paradise bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Surfers Paradise train from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Surfers Paradise?

The best way to get from Mackay to Surfers Paradise is to train which takes 15h 42m and costs $34.78 - $2282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $86.96 - $250 and takes 18h 45m.

Where does the Mackay to Surfers Paradise bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mackay and Surfers Paradise?

It is currently 20:38 at both, Mackay and Surfers Paradise.

Where does the Mackay to Surfers Paradise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Surfers Paradise?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Surfers Paradise is 1027 km. It takes approximately 13h 35m to drive from Mackay to Surfers Paradise.

Where can I stay near Surfers Paradise?

There are 2385+ hotels available in Surfers Paradise. Prices start at $83.05 per night.
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