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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Gold Coast to South Mackay

Composite routes from Gold Coast to South Mackay

Cheapest
12 h 38 min
Car
1058 km.
from $58
Other
4 h 45 min
Train, Plane
872 km.
from $242.09
16 h 11 min
872 km.
from $1135.89
19 h 49 min
872 km.
from $191.17
21 h 43 min
Train, Bus
872 km.
from $120.67

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.04–$19.57
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.04–$4.35
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Fortitude
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.15–$4.46

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Sarina
Ave. Duration:
15h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$86.96–$206.52

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48
Bus from Brisbane to Sarina
Ave. Duration:
16h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39
Bus from Chermside Gympie Road to Sarina
Ave. Duration:
16h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$304.35

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$369.57

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$489.13

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:
$29.35–$2,103.83

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to South Mackay?

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to South Mackay is to train and bus which costs $70.65 - $103.26 and takes 21h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gold Coast to South Mackay?

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to South Mackay is to train and fly which takes 4h 45m and costs $76.09 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and South Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to South Mackay. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Paradise Street at Harney Street via Brisbane and Broad St at Johnston Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 49m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to South Mackay?

The distance between Gold Coast and South Mackay is 896 km. The road distance is 1029.8 km.

How do I travel from Gold Coast to South Mackay without a car?

The best way to get from Gold Coast to South Mackay without a car is to train which takes 16h 11m and costs $40.22 - $2282.61 .

How long does it take to get from Gold Coast to South Mackay?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Gold Coast to South Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to South Mackay bus from?

Gold Coast to South Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Train or bus from Gold Coast to South Mackay?

The best way to get from Gold Coast to South Mackay is to train which takes 16h 11m and costs $40.22 - $2282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $76.09 - $228.26 and takes 19h 49m.

Where does the Gold Coast to South Mackay bus arrive?

Gold Coast to South Mackay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to South Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to South Mackay is 1030 km. It takes approximately 13h 37m to drive from Gold Coast to South Mackay.

Where can I stay near South Mackay?

There are 76+ hotels available in South Mackay. Prices start at $61.87 per night.
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