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Ipswich to Mackay

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Six ways to Travel from Ipswich to Mackay

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Cheapest
By car (1 015 km)
12 h 15 min
1015 km.
from $55
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Rideshare
12 h 15 min
1015 km.
from $13.24
Train, Plane (Train)
5 h 33 min
805 km.
from $164.13
Train, Plane (Train)
6 h 42 min
805 km.
from $301.09
Train, Plane (Train)
7 h 2 min
805 km.
from $263.04

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Ipswich station, platform 1 to Eagle
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.67–$3.82

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$108.12–$267.12

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:
$76.32–$114.48
Bus from Chermside Gympie Road to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.68–$120.84

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.32–$368.88
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.04–$699.59

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.32–$445.20
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.80–$610.55
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.04–$699.59

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$559.67
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$470.64

Alliance Airlines

Website:
allianceairlines.com.au/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$254.40–$343.44

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:
$35.62–$2,565.41
Train from Proserpine to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.58–$329.84

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Mackay is to bus via Nundah which costs $70.65 - $108.70 and takes 20h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $70.65 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Mackay?

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

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from East Ipswich station, platform 2 and arriving at Mackay via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 17m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Mackay?

The distance between Ipswich and Mackay is 861 km. The road distance is 1062.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 15h 17m and costs $31.52 - $2282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Ipswich to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Mackay bus from?

Ipswich to Mackay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Mackay train from?

Ipswich to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Roma Street station.

Train or bus from Ipswich to Mackay?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Mackay is to train which takes 15h 17m and costs $31.52 - $2282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70.65 - $250 and takes 18h.

Where does the Ipswich to Mackay bus arrive?

Ipswich to Mackay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Mackay station.

Where does the Ipswich to Mackay train arrive?

Ipswich to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Mackay station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Mackay is 1063 km. It takes approximately 13h 5m to drive from Ipswich 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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