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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Newcastle to Mackay

Composite routes from Newcastle to Mackay

Cheapest
18 h 57 min
Car
1591 km.
from $87
Fastest
2 h 15 min
Plane
Other
26 h 11 min
1334 km.
from $1193.91
31 h 53 min
1334 km.
from $345.30
8 h 41 min
Bus, Plane
1333 km.
from $416.49
9 h 10 min
Train, Plane
1333 km.
from $213.38
7 h 45 min
Bus, Plane
1333 km.
from $454.53
34 h 18 min
1334 km.
from $165.59

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
Transport for NSW
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Transport for NSW
Website
11h 48m
Twice daily
$11.37–$29.05
131 500
131 500
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
14h 35m
Twice daily
$88.42–$202.10
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
17h 20m
Once daily
$75.79–$113.68
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 4
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Alliance Airlines
Website
Jetstar
Website
7h
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
$214.73–$694.70
Qantas
Website
5h 20m
Every day
$303.14–$1,199.94
Virgin Australia
Website
4h 55m
Every day
$189.46–$1,073.63
Alliance Airlines
Website
3h 55m
Wednesday
$315.77–$694.70
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
13h 23m
4 times a week
$35.37–$2,547.48
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Mackay is to bus via Aspley which costs $130.43 - $206.52 and takes 34h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Mackay is to fly which takes 6h 47m and costs $163.04 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Mackay via King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadow Station and arriving at Mackay via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 11m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Mackay?

The distance between Newcastle and Mackay is 1352 km. The road distance is 1612.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 26h 11m and costs $40.22 - $2391.30 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Newcastle to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Mackay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Mackay train from?

Newcastle to Mackay train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Broadmeadow Station.

Train, bus or fly from Newcastle to Mackay?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Mackay is to fly which takes 6h 47m and costs $163.04 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40.22 - $2391.30 and takes 26h 11m, you could also bus, which costs $141.30 - $413.04 and takes 31h 53m.

Where does the Newcastle to Mackay bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Newcastle and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Newcastle. It is currently 22:31 in Newcastle and 21:31 in Mackay.

Where does the Newcastle to Mackay train arrive?

Newcastle to Mackay train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Mackay is 1613 km. It takes approximately 19h 45m to drive from Newcastle to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 76+ hotels available in Mackay. Prices start at $64.48 per night.
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