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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Tara to Mackay

Composite routes from Tara to Mackay

Cheapest
10 h 18 min
Car
877 km.
from $48
Other
5 h 48 min
Plane
692 km.
from $328.71
18 h 48 min
Bus, Train
692 km.
from $205.77
21 h 40 min
692 km.
from $234.54
8 h 41 min
Bus, Plane
692 km.
from $215.55
23 h 1 min
692 km.
from $134.04

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

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

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Miles Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$189.46–$581.03
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.42–$429.45

Virgin Australia

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

Bus operators

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 Aspley Gympie Road to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$113.68

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Email:
enquiries@murrays.com.au
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Tara to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$41.68–$58.10

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Tara to Mackay is to drive which costs $103.26 - $163.04 and takes 10h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tara to Mackay is to drive and fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $173.91 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Tara and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Tara to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Tara and arriving at Mackay via Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 40m.

How far is it from Tara to Mackay?

The distance between Tara and Mackay is 736 km. The road distance is 877.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Tara to Mackay without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 48m and costs $65.22 - $2282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Tara to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tara to Mackay bus from?

Tara to Mackay bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Tara station.

Where does the Tara to Mackay bus arrive?

Tara to Mackay bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Brisbane City station.

What is the time difference between Tara and Mackay?

It is currently 19:23 at both, Tara and Mackay.

Can I drive from Tara to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Tara to Mackay is 878 km. It takes approximately 10h 57m to drive from Tara 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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