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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mackay to Canberra

Composite routes from Mackay to Canberra

Cheapest
21 h 51 min
Car
1876 km.
from $103
Other
33 h 6 min
Train, Bus
1569 km.
from $1179.98
38 h 47 min
1569 km.
from $427.37
8 h 16 min
Train, Plane
1570 km.
from $304.64
7 h 41 min
Plane
1570 km.
from $398.62
42 h 14 min
Bus, Train
1570 km.
from $205.92

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.00–$32.84
Train from Central Station to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.92–$5.81

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.10–$63.15
Bus from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
16h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$107.36–$265.25
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$239.99
Bus from Central Station to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.10–$69.47

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$113.68
Bus from Mackay to Aspley
Ave. Duration:
16h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$113.68
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Email:
enquiries@murrays.com.au
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$37.89–$53.05
Bus from Central Station to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$39.16–$54.31
Bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Jolimont
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.84–$45.47

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.25–$821.01
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$290.51–$1,073.63
Plane from Moranbah Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
5h 9m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$227.36–$694.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.20–$555.76
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$315.77–$757.86

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mackay to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 41m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.10–$2,444.76
Train from Mackay to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.42–$314.34

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Canberra is to bus and train which costs $163.04 - $250 and takes 42h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Canberra is to fly which takes 6h 16m and costs $141.30 - $478.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Canberra?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Canberra. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Canberra via Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 47m.

Is there a direct flight between Mackay and Canberra?

There are no direct flights between Mackay and Canberra. The fastest has 1 change and takes 4h 15m and costs $141.30 - $478.26 .

How far is it from Mackay to Canberra?

The distance between Mackay and Canberra is 1592 km. The road distance is 1876.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Canberra without a car is to train and bus which takes 33h 6m and costs $76.09 - $2282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Mackay to Canberra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Canberra bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mackay to Canberra?

The best way to get from Mackay to Canberra is to fly which takes 6h 16m and costs $141.30 - $478.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $173.91 - $489.13 and takes 38h 47m.

Where does the Mackay to Canberra bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mackay and Canberra?

Canberra is 1h ahead of Mackay. It is currently 18:19 in Mackay and 19:19 in Canberra.

Can I drive from Mackay to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Canberra is 1876 km. It takes approximately 22h 30m to drive from Mackay to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 683+ hotels available in Canberra. Prices start at $63.97 per night.
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