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Perth 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:
$12.64–$34.12
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$36.65

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$107.42–$265.39

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Hornsby to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.83–$107.42
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.83–$113.74

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Perth Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$379.13–$1,137.39
Plane from Perth Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$417.04–$1,263.77

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Perth Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
9h 51m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$543.42–$1,642.90
Plane from Perth Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$442.32–$1,895.65
Plane from Perth Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
8h 53m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$366.49–$1,516.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Perth Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$379.13–$1,011.01
Plane from Perth Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Monday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$442.32–$1,200.58

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Perth to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3d 2h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,642.90–$5,560.58
Train from Perth to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
43h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,390.14–$5,686.95

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$75.83–$227.48

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:
$35.39–$2,548.83
Train from Proserpine to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.55–$327.71

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Adelaide to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2d 8h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,586.29–$3,904.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Mackay is to fly which costs $326.09 - $923.91 and takes 9h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Mackay is to fly which takes 9h 41m and costs $326.09 - $923.91 .

Is there a direct train between Perth and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Mackay via Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 7h.

How far is it from Perth to Mackay?

The distance between Perth and Mackay is 3520 km. The road distance is 4856.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 4 days 7h and costs $1521.74 - $7065.22 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 41m to get from Perth to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Mackay train from?

Perth to Mackay train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Perth station.

Train or fly from Perth to Mackay?

The best way to get from Perth to Mackay is to fly which takes 9h 41m and costs $326.09 - $923.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1521.74 - $7065.22 and takes 4 days 7h.

What is the time difference between Perth and Mackay?

Mackay is 2h ahead of Perth. It is currently 11:16 in Perth and 13:16 in Mackay.

Where does the Perth to Mackay train arrive?

Perth to Mackay train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

Can I drive from Perth to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Mackay is 4856 km. It takes approximately 2 days 3h to drive from Perth 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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