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2806 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Southport to Mackay

Composite routes from Southport to Mackay

Cheapest
28 h 57 min
Car
2806 km.
from $154
Fastest
3 h 28 min
Plane
Other
5 h 38 min
Train, Plane
870 km.
from $169.57
15 h 50 min
870 km.
from $1178.70
18 h 25 min
870 km.
from $202.48
7 h 4 min
Train, Plane
870 km.
from $306.52
7 h 24 min
Train, Plane
870 km.
from $268.48
20 h 28 min
Train, Bus
870 km.
from $131.52

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.42–$22.74
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.66–$5.18
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Fortitude
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.79–$5.43

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$107.36–$265.25

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Southport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.16–$22.74
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$113.68
Bus from Chermside Gympie Road to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$119.99

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.79–$366.30
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.42–$694.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.79–$442.08
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.46–$606.29
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.42–$694.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$555.76
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$467.35

Alliance Airlines

Website:
allianceairlines.com.au/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$252.62–$341.04

Train operators

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:
$35.37–$2,547.48
Train from Proserpine to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.55–$327.53

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Mackay is to train and bus which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 20h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 5h 38m and costs $76.09 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Southport and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Mackay via Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Southport station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Queen Street station, platform 1 and arriving at Mackay via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 50m.

How far is it from Southport to Mackay?

The distance between Southport and Mackay is 900 km. The road distance is 1021.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 15h 50m and costs $33.70 - $2391.30 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Southport to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Mackay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southport to Mackay train from?

Southport to Mackay train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Southport to Mackay?

The best way to get from Southport to Mackay is to train which takes 15h 50m and costs $33.70 - $2391.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $76.09 - $250 and takes 18h 25m.

Where does the Southport to Mackay bus arrive?

Southport to Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

Where does the Southport to Mackay train arrive?

Southport to Mackay train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Southport to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Mackay is 1022 km. It takes approximately 13h 28m to drive from Southport 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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