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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Townsville to Mackay

Composite routes from Townsville to Mackay

Cheapest
5 h 7 min
Car
391 km.
from $21

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$478.26

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.48–$92.39

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$46.74

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Townsville to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.96–$862.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Mackay is to bus which costs $33.70 - $92.39 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Mackay is to fly which takes 2h 32m and costs $108.70 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Townsville and arriving at Mackay. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Townsville and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Townsville and arriving at Mackay. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Townsville to Mackay?

The distance between Townsville and Mackay is 345 km. The road distance is 390.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $11.96 - $869.57 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Townsville to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Mackay bus from?

Townsville to Mackay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Townsville station.

Where do I catch the Townsville to Mackay train from?

Townsville to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Townsville station.

Train, bus or fly from Townsville to Mackay?

The best way to get from Townsville to Mackay is to fly which takes 2h 32m and costs $108.70 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11.96 - $869.57 and takes 4h 53m, you could also bus, which costs $33.70 - $92.39 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Townsville to Mackay bus arrive?

Townsville to Mackay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Mackay station.

What is the time difference between Townsville and Mackay?

It is currently 05:13 at both, Townsville and Mackay.

Where does the Townsville to Mackay train arrive?

Townsville to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Mackay station.

Can I drive from Townsville to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Mackay is 391 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Townsville 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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