What is the cheapest way to get from Dolphin Heads to Mackay?

The cheapest way to get from Dolphin Heads to Mackay is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dolphin Heads to Mackay?

The fastest way to get from Dolphin Heads to Mackay is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $55 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Dolphin Heads and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bucasia Esplanade at Walters Avenue and arriving at Mt Pleasant Shopping Centre. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Dolphin Heads to Mackay?

The distance between Dolphin Heads and Mackay is 13 km. The road distance is 16.5 km.

How do I travel from Dolphin Heads to Mackay without a car?

The best way to get from Dolphin Heads to Mackay without a car is to line 308 bus which takes 22 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Dolphin Heads to Mackay?

The line 308 bus from Bucasia Esplanade at Walters Avenue to Mt Pleasant Shopping Centre takes 22 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dolphin Heads to Mackay bus from?

Dolphin Heads to Mackay bus services, operated by Mackay Transit Coaches, depart from Bucasia Esplanade at Walters Avenue station.

Where does the Dolphin Heads to Mackay bus arrive?

Dolphin Heads to Mackay bus services, operated by Mackay Transit Coaches, arrive at Mt Pleasant Shopping Centre station.

Can I drive from Dolphin Heads to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Dolphin Heads to Mackay is 16 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Dolphin Heads to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 97+ hotels available in Mackay.

Dolphin Heads to Mackay - 3 ways to travel via line 308 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dolphin Heads to Mackay by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 308 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bucasia Esplanade at Walters Avenue to Mt Pleasant Shopping Centrebus 308
22 min
Drive 16.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dolphin Heads to Mackaycar 16.5 km
15 min
$3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dolphin Heads to Mackaytaxi 16.5 km
15 min
$55–65

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Distance: 13.5 km
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Dolphin Heads, QLD, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

Mackay Transit Coaches operates a bus from Bucasia Esplanade at Walters Avenue to Mt Pleasant Shopping Centre hourly, and the journey takes 22 min.

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