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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mackay to Townsville City

Composite routes from Mackay to Townsville City

Cheapest
5 h 6 min
Car
390 km.
from $21
Fastest
1 h 3 min
Plane
Other
7 h 49 min
322 km.
from $51.91

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$555.76

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.52–$107.36

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.16–$54.31
Bus from Mackay to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.53–$36.63
Bus from Bowen to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$32.84

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mackay to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.89–$1,002.75

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Townsville City is to bus via Bowen which costs $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Townsville City is to fly which takes 2h 27m and costs $119.57 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Townsville City?

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 City?

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 City?

The distance between Mackay and Townsville City is 346 km. The road distance is 394.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Townsville City 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 City?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Mackay to Townsville City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Townsville City bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Townsville City train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Mackay to Townsville City?

The best way to get from Mackay to Townsville City is to fly which takes 2h 27m 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 City bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mackay to Townsville City train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Townsville City?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Townsville City is 395 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Mackay to Townsville City.

Where can I stay near Townsville City?

There are 505+ hotels available in Townsville City. Prices start at $57.68 per night.
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