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Mackay to Penrith

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20 h 29 min
1731 km.
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Twelve ways to Travel from Mackay to Penrith

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Cheapest
By car (1 731 km)
20 h 29 min
1731 km.
from $95
Fastest
Plane from Mackay (Mackay Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
20 h 29 min
1731 km.
from $22.58
Bus, Plane (Fly Mackay to Sydney Airport)
6 h 37 min
1407 km.
from $210.02
Train
29 h 14 min
1407 km.
from $1157.90
Bus
36 h 41 min
1408 km.
from $384.83
Train, Plane
6 h 22 min
1407 km.
from $277.72
Plane
7 h 47 min
1407 km.
from $359.15
Bus, Plane (Fly Mackay to Newcastle Airport)
9 h 14 min
1407 km.
from $232.28
Bus, Plane (Bus to Great Barrier Reef Airport)
9 h 2 min
1407 km.
from $264.96
Bus, Plane (Fly Mackay to Wollongong)
9 h 31 min
1407 km.
from $387.93
Bus, Train
37 h 3 min
1407 km.
from $181.22

Transport providers

Train operators

Sydney Trains

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/travel-info/ways-to-get-around/train#/
Train from Central Station to Penrith
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.66–$6.95
Train from Strathfield Station to Penrith
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.28–$5.81
Train from Redfern Station to Penrith
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.66–$6.95

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

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Penrith
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.79–$5.31
Train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
13h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$34.10
Train from Strathfield Station to Penrith
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.66–$5.18
Train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.80–$8.21
Train from Albion Park Station to Redfern
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.29–$6.95
Train from Redfern Station to Penrith
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.79–$5.31

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 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 Moranbah Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.46–$581.03
Plane from Mackay to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$303.14–$1,199.94
Plane from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$757.86

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 Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$947.32
Plane from Mackay to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
4h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.46–$1,073.63
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 Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$328.41–$821.01

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Penrith is to bus and train which costs $141.30 - $217.39 and takes 37h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Penrith is to train and fly which takes 6h 22m and costs $130.43 - $869.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Penrith station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Penrith Station, Stand F via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M and Parramatta Station, Stand A4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Penrith station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Penrith Station via Roma Street Station and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 14m.

How far is it from Mackay to Penrith?

The distance between Mackay and Penrith is 1505 km. The road distance is 1731.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 29h 14m and costs $44.57 - $2282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Mackay to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Penrith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Penrith?

The best way to get from Mackay to Penrith is to train which takes 29h 14m and costs $44.57 - $2282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $152.17 - $445.65 and takes 36h 41m.

Where does the Mackay to Penrith bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mackay and Penrith?

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

Where does the Mackay to Penrith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Penrith is 1731 km. It takes approximately 21h 8m to drive from Mackay to Penrith.

Where can I stay near Penrith?

There are 170+ hotels available in Penrith. Prices start at $74.75 per night.
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