What is the cheapest way to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast is to bus and train which costs $150 - $260 and takes 20h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast?

The fastest way to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast is to fly and train which takes 3h 43m and costs $160 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay Airport (MKY) and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast. However, there are services departing from Mackay Airport and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Caneland station, stop A, Sarina and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay Airport (MKY) and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 6m.

How far is it from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast?

The distance between Mackay Airport (MKY) and Gold Coast is 896 km. The road distance is 1023.9 km.

How do I travel from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast without a car?

The best way to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast without a car is to train which takes 17h 6m and costs $120 - $3,700.

How long does it take to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast bus from?

Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Sarina station.

Where do I catch the Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast train from?

Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Mackay station.

Train or bus from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast?

The best way to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast is to train which takes 17h 6m and costs $120 - $3,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $420 and takes 23h 38m.

Where does the Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast bus arrive?

Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast train arrive?

Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast is 1024 km. It takes approximately 12h 5m to drive from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast.

Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

There are 2778+ hotels available in Gold Coast.

Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane MKY - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
3h 43m
$164–329
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma Streettrain Spirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
17h 6m
$121–3,625
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus Au050-1 / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
20h 37m
$157–256
Drive 1,023.9 km
1. Drive from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coastcar 1,023.9 km
12h 5m
$182–262
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sarina to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus Pm11
23h 38m
$196–416

Mackay Airport (MKY) to Gold Coast by bus

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Distance: 896.3 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Mackay Airport (MKY), Australia and Gold Coast, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Mackay Airport to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Caneland station, stop A, Mackay, Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 17h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mackay Airport to Surfers Paradise via Caneland station, stop A, Sarina, and Brisbane in around 23h 38m.

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