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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mackay to Tara

Composite routes from Mackay to Tara

Cheapest
9 h 52 min
Car
861 km.
from $47
Other
6 h 55 min
Bus, Plane
692 km.
from $249.16
19 h 6 min
Train, Bus
692 km.
from $1142.48
21 h 45 min
692 km.
from $242.50
19 h 45 min
Train, Plane
692 km.
from $326.60
8 h 52 min
Bus, Plane
692 km.
from $213.70
22 h 29 min
692 km.
from $134.09

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 3
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Jetstar
Website
1h 25m
Every day
$88.42–$353.67
Qantas
Website
5h 36m
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
$126.31–$694.70
Virgin Australia
Website
1h 34m
Every day
$138.94–$568.39
Bus operators
Found: 3
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Murrays Coaches
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
16h 20m
Twice daily
$107.36–$265.25
1300 473946
1300 473946
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Premier Motor Service
Website
17h
Once daily
$82.10–$113.68
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Murrays Coaches
Website
4h 25m
6 times a week
$41.68–$58.10
(61) 13 22 51
(61) 13 22 51
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
13h 41m
4 times a week
$34.10–$2,444.76
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Tara is to drive which costs $103.26 - $163.04 and takes 10h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Tara is to fly and drive which takes 6h 55m and costs $119.57 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Tara?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Tara. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Tara via Brisbane City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 45m.

How far is it from Mackay to Tara?

The distance between Mackay and Tara is 735 km. The road distance is 877.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Tara without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 6m and costs $65.22 - $2173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Mackay to Tara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Tara bus from?

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

Where does the Mackay to Tara bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Tara?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Tara is 878 km. It takes approximately 10h 58m to drive from Mackay to Tara.

Where can I stay near Tara?

There are one+ hotels available in Tara. Prices start at $0.00 per night.
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