What is the cheapest way to get from Alligator Creek to Mackay?

The cheapest way to get from Alligator Creek to Mackay is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 4h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alligator Creek to Mackay?

The fastest way to get from Alligator Creek to Mackay is to fly which takes 1h 22m and costs $320 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Alligator Creek and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Alligator Creek to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Mackay via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Alligator Creek and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Alligator Creek to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Giru and arriving at Mackay via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Alligator Creek to Mackay?

The distance between Alligator Creek and Mackay is 357 km. The road distance is 367 km.

How do I travel from Alligator Creek to Mackay without a car?

The best way to get from Alligator Creek to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs $140 - $1,500.

How long does it take to get from Alligator Creek to Mackay?

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Alligator Creek to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alligator Creek to Mackay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alligator Creek to Mackay train from?

Alligator Creek to Mackay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Giru station.

Train, bus or fly from Alligator Creek to Mackay?

The best way to get from Alligator Creek to Mackay is to fly which takes 1h 22m and costs $320 - $750. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $1,500 and takes 4h 43m, you could also bus, which costs $130 - $250 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Alligator Creek to Mackay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alligator Creek to Mackay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alligator Creek to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Alligator Creek to Mackay is 367 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Alligator Creek to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 100+ hotels available in Mackay.

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There are 5 ways to get from Alligator Creek to Mackay by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Mackay (MKY)plane TSV - MKY
1h 22m
$322–708
Drive 367 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Alligator Creek to Mackaycar 367 km
4h 20m
$66–95
Train
1. Take the train from Giru to Mackaytrain Spirit of Queensland
4h 43m
$143–1,422
Bus
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Mackaybus Brisbane
6h 37m
$138–243
Bus via Wright Street at Stuart Drive
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Mackaybus Au050-1 / ...
8h 2m
$118–168

Townsville Airport (TSV) to Mackay (MKY) flights

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Distance: 357 km
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Alligator Creek, QLD, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

Qantas flies from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Mackay (MKY) twice daily. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Giru to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $40–1,209 and the journey takes 4h 16m.

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