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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mackay to Kuranda

Composite routes from Mackay to Kuranda

Cheapest
9 h 11 min
Car
758 km.
from $41
Other
4 h 33 min
Train, Plane
607 km.
from $378.77

Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$380.43

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$532.61

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$543.48

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$380.43

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$163.04

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.26–$76.09

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
11h 27m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.74–$1,585.39
Train from Mackay to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$3.80–$270.50

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Kuranda is to bus which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 13h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Kuranda is to train and fly which takes 4h 33m and costs $239.13 - $978.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Kuranda?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Kuranda. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Kuranda via Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 50m.

How far is it from Mackay to Kuranda?

The distance between Mackay and Kuranda is 637 km. The road distance is 767.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Kuranda without a car is to train which takes 12h 57m and costs $31.52 - $1630.43 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Kuranda bus from?

Mackay to Kuranda bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Mackay station.

Train, bus or fly from Mackay to Kuranda?

The best way to get from Mackay to Kuranda is to fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $217.39 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $31.52 - $1630.43 and takes 12h 57m, you could also bus, which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 13h 50m.

Where does the Mackay to Kuranda bus arrive?

Mackay to Kuranda bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Mackay to Kuranda?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Kuranda is 767 km. It takes approximately 10h to drive from Mackay to Kuranda.

Where can I stay near Kuranda?

There are 864+ hotels available in Kuranda. Prices start at $69.35 per night.
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