How to Travel from
Forbes to Mackay
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Forbes, Australia → Mackay, Australia
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Forbes to Mackay
Composite routes from Forbes to Mackay
Cheapest
18 h 53 min
Car
1631 km.
from $89
Other
7 h 12 min
Plane
1363 km.
from $345.95
37 h 28 min
1362 km.
from $1213.01
39 h 27 min
1364 km.
from $421.13
8 h 38 min
Bus, Plane
1363 km.
from $359.16
10 h 13 min
Plane
1363 km.
from $412.25
45 h 24 min
1364 km.
from $225.04
Route Navigator Forbes - Mackay
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Continue onto Herbert Street
Herbert Street, 1 km 897 м
1 km 897 м
Turn sharp right onto Bridge Street
Bridge Street, 1 km 506 м
1 km 506 м
Turn right onto Sherriff Street
Sherriff Street, 1 km 760 м
1 km 760 м
Turn right onto Dowling Street
Dowling Street, 32 km 294 м
32 km 294 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Newell Highway
Newell Highway, 118 km 396 м
118 km 396 м
Continue onto Erskine Street
Erskine Street, 1 km 738 м
1 km 738 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Erskine Street
Erskine Street, 1 km 701 м
1 km 701 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Cobbora Road
Cobbora Road, 1 km 817 м
1 km 817 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Cobbora Road
Cobbora Road, 1 km 41 м
1 km 41 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Cobbora Road
Cobbora Road, 11 km 513 м
11 km 513 м
Turn left onto Boothenba Road
Boothenba Road, 1 km 732 м
1 km 732 м
Turn sharp right onto Old Mendooran Road
Old Mendooran Road, 10 km 29 м
10 km 29 м
Turn right onto Mendooran Road
Mendooran Road, 47 km 302 м
47 km 302 м
Continue onto Castlereagh Highway
Castlereagh Highway, 1 km 708 м
1 km 708 м
Continue onto Yalcogran Street
Yalcogran Street, 481 м
481 м
Turn right onto Coonabarabran Road
Coonabarabran Road, 55 km 897 м
55 km 897 м
Turn right onto Newell Highway
Newell Highway, 16 km 833 м
16 km 833 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto John Street
John Street, 1 km 846 м
1 km 846 м
Continue onto Newell Highway
Newell Highway, 4 km 291 м
4 km 291 м
Keep left onto A39
111 km 683 м
111 km 683 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Newell Highway
Newell Highway, 486 м
486 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Cooma Road
Cooma Road, 3 km 889 м
3 km 889 м
Turn slight left onto Tibbereena Street
Tibbereena Street, 313 м
313 м
Turn right onto Lloyd Street
Lloyd Street, 70 м
70 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Maitland Street
Maitland Street, 240 м
240 м
Turn right onto Killarney Street
Killarney Street, 135 м
135 м
Turn left onto Barwan Street
Barwan Street, 214 km 96 м
214 km 96 м
Turn left onto Newell Highway
Newell Highway, 7 km 718 м
7 km 718 м
Turn left onto Gunsynd Way
Gunsynd Way, 2 km 796 м
2 km 796 м
Turn left onto McLean Street
McLean Street, 167 м
167 м
Turn sharp left onto Bowen Street
Bowen Street, 231 м
231 м
Turn right onto Herbert Street
Herbert Street, 130 м
130 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Herbert Street
Herbert Street, 141 м
141 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Russell Street
Russell Street, 1 km 531 м
1 km 531 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Russell Street
Russell Street, 1 km 74 м
1 km 74 м
Turn right onto Riddle Street
Riddle Street, 1 km 942 м
1 km 942 м
Turn left onto Boundary Road
Boundary Road, 1 km 834 м
1 km 834 м
Turn right onto Leichhardt Highway
Leichhardt Highway, 15 km 969 м
15 km 969 м
Turn left onto Leichhardt Highway
Leichhardt Highway, 99 м
99 м
Turn left onto Leichhardt Highway
Leichhardt Highway, 173 km 102 м
173 km 102 м
Turn left onto Wambo Street
Wambo Street, 1 km 12 м
1 km 12 м
Turn right onto Leichhardt Highway
Leichhardt Highway, 32 km 81 м
32 km 81 м
Turn left onto Murilla Street
Murilla Street, 1 km 179 м
1 km 179 м
Turn right onto Leichhardt Highway
Leichhardt Highway, 126 km 894 м
126 km 894 м
Turn left onto Bonner Street
Bonner Street, 423 м
423 м
Keep right
75 м
75 м
Turn slight right onto Wolsey Street
Wolsey Street, 91 м
91 м
Turn left onto Bridge Street
Bridge Street, 1 km 705 м
1 km 705 м
Turn left onto Leichhardt Highway
Leichhardt Highway, 95 km 524 м
95 km 524 м
Turn left onto Leichhardt Highway
Leichhardt Highway, 57 km 150 м
57 km 150 м
Turn left onto Leichhardt Highway
Leichhardt Highway, 68 м
68 м
Turn right onto Bowen Street
Bowen Street, 80 km 716 м
80 km 716 м
Continue onto Burnett Highway
Burnett Highway, 63 km 903 м
63 km 903 м
Keep left onto Burnett Highway
Burnett Highway, 3 km 593 м
3 km 593 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Yeppen Crossing
Yeppen Crossing, 3 km 369 м
3 km 369 м
Continue onto Gladstone Road (Bruce Highway)
Gladstone Road (Bruce Highway), 1 km 800 м
1 km 800 м
Turn right onto Fitzroy Street
Fitzroy Street, 4 km 33 м
4 km 33 м
Continue onto Yaamba Road (Bruce Highway)
Yaamba Road (Bruce Highway), 8 km 748 м
8 km 748 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Yaamba Road (Bruce Highway)
Yaamba Road (Bruce Highway), 288 km 878 м
288 km 878 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Broad Street
Broad Street, 11 km 240 м
11 km 240 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Bruce Highway
Bruce Highway, 17 km 777 м
17 km 777 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Bruce Highway
Bruce Highway, 7 km 902 м
7 km 902 м
Continue onto Gordon Street
Gordon Street, 1 km 323 м
1 km 323 м
Turn left onto Sydney Street
Sydney Street, 115 м
115 м
Turn left onto Ninth Lane
Ninth Lane, 48 м
48 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Parkes Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
6h 42m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$7.63–$17.81
Train from Strathfield Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Bus from Forbes Station, Coach Stop to Orange
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.27
Bus from Forbes Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.27
Bus from Forbes Station, Coach Stop to 4612
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.90
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$228.96
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:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$114.48
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12
Bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.68–$120.84
Australia Wide Coaches
Phone:
02 9516 1300
Email:
info@austwidecoaches.com.au
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Orange to Central
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$39.43–$54.70
Bus from Lucknow to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$38.16–$53.42
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Orange Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$699.59
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Orange Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price:
$318.00–$1,017.59
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
7h 8m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$356.16–$1,081.19
Plane from Orange Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
6h 52m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$699.59
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Orange Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Monday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$623.27
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$699.59
Plane from Orange Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$763.19
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 Forbes to Mackay?
The cheapest way to get from Forbes to Mackay is to train which costs $47.83 - $2391.30 and takes 37h 28m.
What is the fastest way to get from Forbes to Mackay?
The fastest way to get from Forbes to Mackay is to drive and fly which takes 7h 12m and costs $173.91 - $597.83 .
Is there a direct bus between Forbes and Mackay?
No, there is no direct bus from Forbes station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Forbes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Mackay via Orange, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 27m.
How far is it from Forbes to Mackay?
The distance between Forbes and Mackay is 1498 km. The road distance is 1626.8 km.
How do I travel from Forbes to Mackay without a car?
The best way to get from Forbes to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 37h 28m and costs $47.83 - $2391.30 .
How long does it take to get from Forbes to Mackay?
It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Forbes to Mackay, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Forbes to Mackay bus from?
Forbes to Mackay bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Forbes Station, Coach Stop.
Train or bus from Forbes to Mackay?
The best way to get from Forbes to Mackay is to train which takes 37h 28m and costs $47.83 - $2391.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $173.91 - $489.13 and takes 39h 27m.
Where does the Forbes to Mackay bus arrive?
Forbes to Mackay bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Orange Station, Coach Bay 1.
What is the time difference between Forbes and Mackay?
Mackay is 1h behind Forbes. It is currently 15:16 in Forbes and 14:16 in Mackay.
Can I drive from Forbes to Mackay?
Yes, the driving distance between Forbes to Mackay is 1627 km. It takes approximately 19h 27m to drive from Forbes 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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