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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Main Beach to Mackay

Composite routes from Main Beach to Mackay

Cheapest
12 h 33 min
Car
1054 km.
from $57
Other
5 h 50 min
Train, Plane
871 km.
from $180.57
16 h 2 min
872 km.
from $1123.28
19 h 23 min
872 km.
from $180.98
7 h 16 min
Train, Plane
871 km.
from $272.96
7 h 36 min
Train, Plane
871 km.
from $265.35
20 h 52 min
Train, Bus
872 km.
from $129.02

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:
$15.16–$22.74
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.54–$5.05
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Fortitude
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.66–$5.18
Bus from Helensvale station - Country Club Dr to Boggo
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.15–$3.03

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$101.05–$252.62

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36
Bus from Chermside Gympie Road to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$113.68

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.42–$353.67
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$694.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.42–$429.45
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.46–$593.66
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$694.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.94–$568.39
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$442.08

Alliance Airlines

Website:
allianceairlines.com.au/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$239.99–$315.77

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:
$34.10–$2,444.76
Train from Proserpine to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.42–$314.34

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Mackay?

The cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Mackay is to train and bus which costs $76.09 - $108.70 and takes 20h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Main Beach to Mackay?

The fastest way to get from Main Beach to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 5h 50m and costs $76.09 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Main Beach and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Main Beach to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Tedder Ave at Lennie Avenue and arriving at Mackay via Helensvale station - Country Club Dr, Boggo Road station, platform 5 and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Main Beach and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Main Beach station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Main Beach station, platform 1 and arriving at Mackay via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 2m.

How far is it from Main Beach to Mackay?

The distance between Main Beach and Mackay is 904 km. The road distance is 1025.8 km.

How do I travel from Main Beach to Mackay without a car?

The best way to get from Main Beach to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 16h 2m and costs $32.61 - $2282.61 .

How long does it take to get from Main Beach to Mackay?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Main Beach to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to Mackay bus from?

Main Beach to Mackay bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station - Country Club Dr.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to Mackay train from?

Main Beach to Mackay train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Main Beach to Mackay?

The best way to get from Main Beach to Mackay is to train which takes 16h 2m and costs $32.61 - $2282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $228.26 and takes 19h 23m.

Where does the Main Beach to Mackay bus arrive?

Main Beach to Mackay bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Boggo Road station, platform 6.

Where does the Main Beach to Mackay train arrive?

Main Beach to Mackay train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Main Beach to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Main Beach to Mackay is 1026 km. It takes approximately 13h 33m to drive from Main Beach to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

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