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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rainbow Beach to Mackay

Composite routes from Rainbow Beach to Mackay

Cheapest
10 h 26 min
Car
819 km.
from $45

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Cooroy station, platform 1 to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.43–$8.15

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
12h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Maryborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$23.91
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$28.26
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$32.61

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
12h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$81.52
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Maryborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$315.22

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Hervey Bay to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$239.13–$652.17
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$380.43

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$478.26

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Maryborough West to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
9h 31m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.74–$1,595.10

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Mackay?

The cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Mackay is to bus which costs $54.35 - $184.78 and takes 12h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Mackay?

The fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Mackay is to bus and fly which takes 8h 22m and costs $271.74 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Rainbow Beach and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rainbow Beach and arriving at Mackay. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 20m.

How far is it from Rainbow Beach to Mackay?

The distance between Rainbow Beach and Mackay is 875 km. The road distance is 808.5 km.

How do I travel from Rainbow Beach to Mackay without a car?

The best way to get from Rainbow Beach to Mackay without a car is to bus which takes 12h 20m and costs $54.35 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from Rainbow Beach to Mackay?

The bus from Rainbow Beach to Mackay takes 12h 20m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Rainbow Beach to Mackay bus from?

Rainbow Beach to Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Rainbow Beach station.

Where does the Rainbow Beach to Mackay bus arrive?

Rainbow Beach to Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Mackay station.

Can I drive from Rainbow Beach to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainbow Beach to Mackay is 808 km. It takes approximately 11h 23m to drive from Rainbow Beach 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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