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29 h 9 min
2833 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Darwin to Mackay

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Cheapest
By car (2 833 km)
29 h 9 min
2833 km.
from $155
Other
Train via Sydney
4 d 8 h 28 min
2174 km.
from $1467.59
Bus, Train
4 d 21 h 12 min
2173 km.
from $2351.20
Train
5 d 2 h 57 min
2172 km.
from $5342.71

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Darwin to Alice
Ave. Duration:
21h 5m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$139.92–$368.88
Bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
19h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$152.64–$368.88
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$108.12–$267.12

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$114.48

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$330.72–$890.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$292.56–$826.79

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$76.32–$228.96

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
13h 23m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$35.62–$2,565.41

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Adelaide to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2d 8h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,596.61–$3,929.55

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Darwin to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$678.53–$1,328.31

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Darwin to Mackay is to drive which costs $347.83 - $510.87 and takes 29h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darwin to Mackay is to fly which takes 10h 16m and costs $228.26 - $760.87 .

How far is it from Darwin to Mackay?

The distance between Darwin and Mackay is 2205 km. The road distance is 2833 km.

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

The best way to get from Darwin to Mackay without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 4 days 8h and costs $706.52 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 10h 16m to get from Darwin to Mackay, including transfers.

Train or fly from Darwin to Mackay?

The best way to get from Darwin to Mackay is to fly which takes 10h 16m and costs $228.26 - $760.87 . Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $706.52 - $3913.04 and takes 4 days 8h.

What is the time difference between Darwin and Mackay?

Mackay is 30 min ahead of Darwin. It is currently 05:46 in Darwin and 06:16 in Mackay.

Can I drive from Darwin to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin to Mackay is 2833 km. It takes approximately 29h 46m to drive from Darwin 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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