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21 h 23 min
1812 km.
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Ten ways to Travel from Mackay to Wollongong

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Cheapest
By car (1 812 km)
21 h 23 min
1812 km.
from $99
Fastest
Plane from Mackay (Mackay Airport)
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Rideshare
21 h 23 min
1812 km.
from $23.63
Bus, Plane (Fly Mackay to Sydney Airport)
6 h 53 min
1485 km.
from $210.46
Train
30 h 57 min
1485 km.
from $1158.68
Bus
37 h 22 min
1485 km.
from $405.23
Train, Plane
6 h 38 min
1485 km.
from $278.15
Bus, Plane (Bus to Great Barrier Reef Airport)
9 h 18 min
1485 km.
from $265.39
Bus, Plane (Fly Mackay to Newcastle Airport)
11 h 5 min
1485 km.
from $233.59
Bus, Train
38 h 4 min
1484 km.
from $181.76

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.04–$5.81
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$34.10
Train from Central Station to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.04–$6.06
Train from Hamilton Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.93–$8.84

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
16h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$113.68–$277.88
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$239.99
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.26–$40.42

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–$119.99
Bus from Central Station to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.42–$22.74
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.47–$29.05
Bus from Mackay to Aspley
Ave. Duration:
16h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$119.99
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36

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:
$107.36–$694.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.99–$530.50
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 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$757.86
Plane from Mackay to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$303.14–$1,199.94

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.46–$555.76
Plane from Mackay to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$328.41–$821.01
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$947.32
Plane from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.57–$757.86
Plane from Mackay to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
4h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.46–$1,073.63

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Mackay to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$328.41–$821.01

Train operators

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:
$35.37–$2,547.48
Train from Mackay to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.55–$327.53

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Wollongong is to bus and train which costs $141.30 - $217.39 and takes 38h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Wollongong is to train and fly which takes 6h 38m and costs $130.43 - $869.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Wollongong. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Wollongong via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Wollongong station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Wollongong Station via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 57m.

How far is it from Mackay to Wollongong?

The distance between Mackay and Wollongong is 1518 km. The road distance is 1810.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Wollongong without a car is to train which takes 30h 57m and costs $44.57 - $2282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Mackay to Wollongong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Wollongong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Wollongong train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Mackay to Wollongong?

The best way to get from Mackay to Wollongong is to train which takes 30h 57m and costs $44.57 - $2282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $173.91 - $467.39 and takes 37h 22m, you could also fly, which costs $217.39 - $652.17 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Mackay to Wollongong bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mackay and Wollongong?

Wollongong is 1h ahead of Mackay. It is currently 20:38 in Mackay and 21:38 in Wollongong.

Where does the Mackay to Wollongong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Wollongong?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Wollongong is 1810 km. It takes approximately 22h 1m to drive from Mackay to Wollongong.

Where can I stay near Wollongong?

There are 272+ hotels available in Wollongong. Prices start at $89.71 per night.
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