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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Tamworth to Mackay

Composite routes from Tamworth to Mackay

Cheapest
15 h 58 min
Car
1331 km.
from $73
Other
29 h 3 min
1118 km.
from $184.72
25 h 37 min
Bus, Train
1117 km.
from $254.28
7 h 30 min
Bus, Plane
1117 km.
from $310.71
7 h 53 min
Bus, Plane
1117 km.
from $305.89
34 h 15 min
1116 km.
from $304.27

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Urunga Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.95–$16.42
Bus from Tamworth Station, Coach Stop to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$6.32
Bus from Armidale Station, Coach Stop to Manners
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$9.47
Bus from St Josephs Primary School, Scott St to St
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$4.42

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 Urunga to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
9h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.68–$56.84
Bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$113.68

Dorrigo Transit

Phone:
+61 (0)2 5625 0065
Email:
admin@dorrigotransit.com.au
Website:
dorrigotransit.com.au/index.html
Bus from Tamworth Station to Urunga
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$82.10–$107.36
Bus from Tamworth Station to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$34.10–$45.47

Crisps Coaches

Phone:
+61 (07) 4661 8333
Email:
reservations@crisps.com.au
Website:
crisps.com.au/
Bus from Stanthorpe to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.84–$94.73

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Tamworth to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$107.36–$467.35

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Tamworth to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
7h 6m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$265.25–$821.01
Plane from Tamworth to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$555.76
Plane from Armidale to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
7h 31m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$315.77–$947.32

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Tamworth to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 3m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$467.35
Plane from Tamworth to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$543.13
Plane from Armidale to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$530.50

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 Tamworth to Mackay?

The cheapest way to get from Tamworth to Mackay is to bus via Tenterfield which costs $92.39 - $326.09 and takes 29h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tamworth to Mackay is to fly which takes 5h 59m and costs $119.57 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Tamworth and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Tamworth station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Tamworth Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Mackay via Armidale Station, Coach Stop, St Josephs Primary School, Scott St, Stanthorpe and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 3m.

Is there a direct flight between Tamworth and Mackay?

There are no direct flights between Tamworth and Mackay. The fastest has 1 change and takes 4h 40m and costs $108.70 - $402.17 .

How far is it from Tamworth to Mackay?

The distance between Tamworth and Mackay is 1134 km. The road distance is 1330.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tamworth to Mackay without a car is to bus and train which takes 25h 38m and costs $103.26 - $2282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Tamworth to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tamworth to Mackay bus from?

Tamworth to Mackay bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Tamworth Station, Coach Stop.

Bus or fly from Tamworth to Mackay?

The best way to get from Tamworth to Mackay is to fly which takes 5h 59m and costs $119.57 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can bus via Tenterfield, which costs $92.39 - $326.09 and takes 29h 3m.

Where does the Tamworth to Mackay bus arrive?

Tamworth to Mackay bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Armidale Station, Coach Stop.

What is the time difference between Tamworth and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Tamworth. It is currently 18:39 in Tamworth and 17:39 in Mackay.

Can I drive from Tamworth to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Tamworth to Mackay is 1331 km. It takes approximately 16h 36m to drive from Tamworth 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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