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Melbourne Airport to Mackay

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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:
$12.63–$34.10

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

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:
$88.42–$214.73
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$227.36
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$107.36–$265.25
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$37.89

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$113.68
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$29.05
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36
Bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$119.99

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$252.62–$694.70
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$164.20–$606.29
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$821.01

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.25–$606.29
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$164.20–$606.29
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.25–$821.01
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$821.01

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$214.73–$555.76
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$821.01
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$189.46–$1,010.48

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Broadmeadows Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
10h 36m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.73–$176.83

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 Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay is to fly which costs $184.78 - $282.61 and takes 6h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay is to fly and train which takes 5h 35m and costs $141.30 - $760.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Mackay via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 51m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Mackay is 1891 km. The road distance is 2282.5 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay without a car is to night train and train which takes 41h 23m and costs $81.52 - $2500 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay?

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay is to fly which takes 6h 11m and costs $184.78 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $195.65 - $652.17 and takes 44h 51m, you could also train, which costs $81.52 - $2500 and takes 41h 41m.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Melbourne Airport (MEL). It is currently 07:41 in Melbourne Airport (MEL) and 06:41 in Mackay.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay is 2283 km. It takes approximately 26h 46m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) 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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