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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Pakenham to Mackay

Composite routes from Pakenham to Mackay

Cheapest
26 h 53 min
Car
2352 km.
from $129
Other
8 h 54 min
Train, Plane
1913 km.
from $233.67
45 h 28 min
1912 km.
from $494.35
8 h 18 min
Train, Plane
1913 km.
from $386.93
11 h 1 min
Train, Plane
1913 km.
from $342.37
9 h 48 min
Train, Plane
1913 km.
from $490.20
10 h 38 min
Train, Plane
1913 km.
from $297.24
43 h 2 min
1912 km.
from $1320.83

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$34.10

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$227.36
Bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$107.36–$265.25
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$37.89

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Email:
info@skybus.com.au
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$0.63–$9.47

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–$113.68
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$29.05
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36
Bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$119.99

Train operators

Metro Trains Melbourne

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
metrotrains.com.au/
Train from Pakenham to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.84

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.00–$176.83

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Pakenham to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.05–$6.95

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:
$35.37–$2,547.48
Train from Proserpine to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.55–$327.53

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$252.62–$694.70
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$164.20–$606.29
Plane from Avalon Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.83–$631.55
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$821.01

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.25–$606.29
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$164.20–$606.29
Plane from Avalon Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.83–$631.55
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.25–$821.01
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$821.01

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$214.73–$555.76
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$821.01
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$189.46–$1,010.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Mackay is to train and fly which costs $195.65 - $304.35 and takes 8h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 8h 18m and costs $152.17 - $760.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave and arriving at Mackay via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Pakenham and arriving at Mackay via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 46m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Mackay?

The distance between Pakenham and Mackay is 1973 km. The road distance is 2352.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Mackay without a car is to train and night train which takes 42h 46m and costs $81.52 - $2500 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 54m to get from Pakenham to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Mackay bus from?

Pakenham to Mackay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Mackay train from?

Pakenham to Mackay train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Pakenham station.

Train or bus from Pakenham to Mackay?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Mackay is to bus which takes 45h 28m and costs $184.78 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $81.52 - $2500 and takes 43h 2m.

Where does the Pakenham to Mackay bus arrive?

Pakenham to Mackay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

What is the time difference between Pakenham and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Pakenham. It is currently 22:56 in Pakenham and 21:56 in Mackay.

Where does the Pakenham to Mackay train arrive?

Pakenham to Mackay train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Mackay is 2352 km. It takes approximately 27h 38m to drive from Pakenham 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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