How to Travel from
Adelaide to Mackay
by Route or Car
Six ways to Travel from Adelaide to Mackay
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 572 km)
28 h 38 min
2572 km.
from $141
Other
Bus
2 d 6 h 58 min
1844 km.
from $485.48
Train
2 d 23 h 8 min
1846 km.
from $4216.09
Bus, Plane (Fly to Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport)
6 h 56 min
1845 km.
from $351.64
Bus, Plane (Fly to Moranbah Airport)
8 h 50 min
1845 km.
from $530.99
Train, Bus
3 d 3 h 31 min
1846 km.
from $3167.72
Transport providers
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
9h 20m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$500.00
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$489.13
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$260.87–$815.22
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$489.13
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$260.87–$815.22
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$521.74
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$652.17
Bus operators
Firefly Express
Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.17–$119.57
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
V-Line Buses
Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury
Ave. Duration:
14h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.15–$40.22
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$97.83
Bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$103.26
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:
$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
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:
$1,364.36–$3,357.93
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Mackay?
The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Mackay is to fly which costs $141.30 - $510.87 and takes 7h 47m.
What is the fastest way to get from Adelaide to Mackay?
The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Mackay is to fly and train which takes 6h 56m and costs $163.04 - $815.22 .
Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Mackay?
No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Mackay. However, there are services departing from 85 Franklin St and arriving at Mackay via Albury station, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.
Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Mackay?
No, there is no direct train from Adelaide to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at Mackay via Central station, platform 1 and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 23h.
How far is it from Adelaide to Mackay?
The distance between Adelaide and Mackay is 1867 km. The road distance is 2574.8 km.
How do I travel from Adelaide to Mackay without a car?
The best way to get from Adelaide to Mackay without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 6h and costs $184.78 - $597.83 .
How long does it take to get from Adelaide to Mackay?
It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Adelaide to Mackay, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Adelaide to Mackay bus from?
Adelaide to Mackay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from 85 Franklin St station.
Where do I catch the Adelaide to Mackay train from?
Adelaide to Mackay train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Great Southern, depart from Adelaide station.
Train, bus or fly from Adelaide to Mackay?
The best way to get from Adelaide to Mackay is to fly which takes 7h 47m and costs $141.30 - $510.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $184.78 - $597.83 and takes 2 days 6h, you could also train, which costs $1304.35 - $5978.26 and takes 2 days 23h.
Where does the Adelaide to Mackay bus arrive?
Adelaide to Mackay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Albury Station/Hume Hwy.
What is the time difference between Adelaide and Mackay?
Mackay is 30 min behind Adelaide. It is currently 18:22 in Adelaide and 17:52 in Mackay.
Where does the Adelaide to Mackay train arrive?
Adelaide to Mackay train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Great Southern, arrive at Brisbane station.
Can I drive from Adelaide to Mackay?
Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Mackay is 2575 km. It takes approximately 28h 28m to drive from Adelaide 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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