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Mackay to Lithgow

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Eleven ways to Travel from Mackay to Lithgow

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Cheapest
By car (1 647 km)
19 h 10 min
1647 km.
from $90
Fastest
Plane from Mackay (Mackay Airport)
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Rideshare
19 h 10 min
1647 km.
from $21.48
Bus, Plane (Fly Mackay to Sydney Airport)
9 h 19 min
1373 km.
from $207.72
Train
32 h 12 min
1374 km.
from $1113.23
Bus
38 h 7 min
1374 km.
from $406.73
Train, Plane
9 h 4 min
1373 km.
from $288.01
Bus, Plane (Fly Mackay to Newcastle Airport)
12 h 12 min
1373 km.
from $208.70
Bus, Plane (Bus to Great Barrier Reef Airport)
11 h 44 min
1373 km.
from $275.20
Bus, Plane (Fly Mackay to Wollongong)
12 h 39 min
1373 km.
from $376.55
Bus, Train
39 h 15 min
1373 km.
from $176.47

Transport providers

Train operators

Sydney Trains

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/travel-info/ways-to-get-around/train#/
Train from Central Station to Emu
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.66–$6.32

Intercity Train

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Lithgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.00–$17.68

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mackay to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 41m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.10–$2,444.76
Train from Mackay to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.42–$314.34

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Lithgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$4.67–$8.21
Train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
13h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.00–$32.84
Train from Strathfield Station to Lithgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$4.55–$7.58
Train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.55–$8.21
Train from Albion Park Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.17–$6.95
Train from Central Station to Emu
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.66–$5.18
Train from Emu Plains Station to Lithgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.04–$6.32

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
16h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$107.36–$265.25
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$239.99
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$37.89

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$113.68
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$27.79
Bus from Mackay to Aspley
Ave. Duration:
16h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$113.68
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36

Australia Wide Coaches

Phone:
02 9516 1300
Email:
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Lithgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.53–$36.63

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$821.01
Plane from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.05–$757.86

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.99–$505.24
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$821.01
Plane from Mackay to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$315.77–$581.03
Plane from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$757.86

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.46–$530.50
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.57–$1,263.10
Plane from Mackay to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
4h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$227.36–$555.76
Plane from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.57–$821.01
Plane from Mackay to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$290.51–$1,199.94

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Mackay to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$290.51–$1,199.94

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Lithgow is to bus and train which costs $141.30 - $217.39 and takes 39h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Lithgow is to train and fly which takes 9h 4m and costs $119.57 - $869.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Lithgow. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Lithgow via Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Lithgow Station via Roma Street Station and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 12m.

How far is it from Mackay to Lithgow?

The distance between Mackay and Lithgow is 1606 km. The road distance is 1648.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Lithgow without a car is to train which takes 32h 12m and costs $43.48 - $2173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 19m to get from Mackay to Lithgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Lithgow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Lithgow train from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Lithgow?

The best way to get from Mackay to Lithgow is to train which takes 32h 12m and costs $43.48 - $2173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $173.91 - $467.39 and takes 38h 7m.

Where does the Mackay to Lithgow bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mackay and Lithgow?

Lithgow is 1h ahead of Mackay. It is currently 19:00 in Mackay and 20:00 in Lithgow.

Where does the Mackay to Lithgow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Lithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Lithgow is 1648 km. It takes approximately 19h 50m to drive from Mackay to Lithgow.

Where can I stay near Lithgow?

There are 159+ hotels available in Lithgow. Prices start at $31.09 per night.
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