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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mackay to Townsville

Composite routes from Mackay to Townsville

Cheapest
4 h 41 min
Car
390 km.
from $21
Fastest
1 h 3 min
Plane
Other
7 h 30 min
322 km.
from $50.61

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
Qantas
Website
Qantas
Website
55 min
Every day
$126.31–$555.76
Bus operators
Found: 2
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
6h 30m
Twice daily
$50.52–$107.36
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
6h 30m
Once daily
$39.16–$54.31
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
4h 47m
4 times a week
$13.89–$1,002.75
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Townsville is to bus via Bowen which costs $43.48 - $59.78 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Townsville is to fly which takes 2h 26m and costs $119.57 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mackay and arriving at Townsville. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Townsville?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mackay and arriving at Townsville. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Mackay to Townsville?

The distance between Mackay and Townsville is 345 km. The road distance is 395.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Townsville without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs $11.96 - $869.57 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Mackay to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Townsville bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Townsville train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Mackay to Townsville?

The best way to get from Mackay to Townsville is to fly which takes 2h 26m and costs $119.57 - $380.43 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11.96 - $869.57 and takes 4h 47m, you could also bus, which costs $33.70 - $92.39 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Mackay to Townsville bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mackay to Townsville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Townsville is 395 km. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Mackay to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 509+ hotels available in Townsville. Prices start at $57.68 per night.
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