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2387 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Ballarat to Mackay

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Cheapest
By car (2 387 km)
27 h 7 min
2387 km.
from $131
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Bus, Plane (Bus to Melbourne Airport)
8 h 41 min
1895 km.
from $247.90
Bus
46 h 3 min
1892 km.
from $551.78
Bus, Plane (Bus to Melbourne Airport)
8 h 5 min
1895 km.
from $401.16
Bus, Plane (Bus to Melbourne Airport)
9 h 34 min
1895 km.
from $504.42
Train, Plane
11 h 2 min
1895 km.
from $345.89
Bus, Plane (Bus to Melbourne Airport)
10 h 25 min
1895 km.
from $311.47
Train
43 h 15 min
1892 km.
from $1322.26

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:
$10.87–$29.35

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$51.09

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$92.39–$228.26
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$32.61

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:
$65.22–$97.83
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39
Bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$103.26

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

Phone:
03 5333 4181
Email:
Website:
airportshuttlebus.com.au/
Bus from Ballarat to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$30.53

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$597.83
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$521.74
Plane from Avalon Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$543.48
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$706.52

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$521.74
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$521.74
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$706.52
Plane from Avalon Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$543.48
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$706.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$478.26
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$706.52
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$869.57

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$152.17

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52
Train from Ballarat to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$5.98

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:
$30.43–$2,192.23
Train from Proserpine to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$3.91–$281.86

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Mackay is to bus and fly which costs $206.52 - $315.22 and takes 8h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Mackay is to bus and fly and train which takes 8h 5m and costs $163.04 - $760.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Mackay via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Mackay via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 59m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Mackay?

The distance between Ballarat and Mackay is 2011 km. The road distance is 2387 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Mackay without a car is to train and night train which takes 42h 59m and costs $86.96 - $2500 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 41m to get from Ballarat to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Mackay bus from?

Ballarat to Mackay bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ballarat station.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Mackay train from?

Ballarat to Mackay train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ballarat station.

Train or bus from Ballarat to Mackay?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Mackay is to bus which takes 46h 3m and costs $217.39 - $706.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $86.96 - $2500 and takes 43h 15m.

Where does the Ballarat to Mackay bus arrive?

Ballarat to Mackay bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Ballarat and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Ballarat. It is currently 01:54 in Ballarat and 00:54 in Mackay.

Where does the Ballarat to Mackay train arrive?

Ballarat to Mackay train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Mackay is 2387 km. It takes approximately 27h 53m to drive from Ballarat 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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