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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Parkes to Mackay

Composite routes from Parkes to Mackay

Cheapest
17 h 53 min
Car
1593 km.
from $87
Fastest
2 h 15 min
Plane
Other
7 h
Plane
1335 km.
from $321
36 h
1335 km.
from $1153.92
39 h 52 min
1336 km.
from $403.43
8 h 14 min
Bus, Plane
1335 km.
from $357.86
10 h 1 min
Plane
1335 km.
from $394.91
45 h 54 min
Train
1336 km.
from $259.39

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 4
Transport for NSW
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Australia Wide Coaches
Website
Transport for NSW
Website
6h 42m
Twice a week
$6.95–$16.42
131 500
131 500
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
14h
3 times a day
$88.42–$214.73
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
17h 20m
Once daily
$75.79–$107.36
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Australia Wide Coaches
Website
4h
6 times a week
$37.89–$53.05
02 9516 1300
02 9516 1300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 3
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Jetstar
Website
6h 30m
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
$151.57–$631.55
Qantas
Website
6h 35m
Wednesday and Friday
$303.14–$947.32
Virgin Australia
Website
4h 30m
Monday to Thursday
$176.83–$593.66
Train operators
Found: 2
Intercity Train
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Intercity Train
Website
1h 49m
Twice daily
$8.84–$12.63
131 500
131 500
Call
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
13h 23m
4 times a week
$34.10–$2,444.76
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Parkes to Mackay is to train and bus which costs $141.30 - $228.26 and takes 45h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parkes to Mackay is to drive and fly which takes 7h and costs $163.04 - $532.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Parkes and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkes station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Mackay via Orange, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Parkes and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Parkes station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station and arriving at Mackay via Strathfield Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h.

How far is it from Parkes to Mackay?

The distance between Parkes and Mackay is 1480 km. The road distance is 1594 km.

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

The best way to get from Parkes to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 36h and costs $45.65 - $2282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Parkes to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parkes to Mackay bus from?

Parkes to Mackay bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Parkes Station, Coach Stop.

Where do I catch the Parkes to Mackay train from?

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

Train or bus from Parkes to Mackay?

The best way to get from Parkes to Mackay is to train which takes 36h and costs $45.65 - $2282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $173.91 - $456.52 and takes 39h 52m.

Where does the Parkes to Mackay bus arrive?

Parkes to Mackay bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Orange Station, Coach Bay 1.

What is the time difference between Parkes and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Parkes. It is currently 17:10 in Parkes and 16:10 in Mackay.

Where does the Parkes to Mackay train arrive?

Parkes to Mackay train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from Parkes to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkes to Mackay is 1594 km. It takes approximately 19h 3m to drive from Parkes to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 76+ hotels available in Mackay. Prices start at $61.87 per night.
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