What is the cheapest way to get from Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station) is to bus via Mackay which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Airlie Beach (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mackay and arriving at Airlie Beach. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station)?

The distance between Mackay and Airlie Beach (Station) is 152 km. The road distance is 151.6 km.

How do I travel from Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station) without a car is to bus which takes 2h and costs $29 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station)?

The bus from Mackay to Airlie Beach takes 2h including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station) bus from?

Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station) bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mackay station.

Where does the Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station) bus arrive?

Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station) bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Airlie Beach station.

Can I drive from Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station) is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station).

How do I get a bus ticket from Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Airlie Beach (Station)?

There are 401+ hotels available in Airlie Beach (Station).

Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station) by bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Airlie Beachbus Cairns / ...
2h
$29–60
Bus via Mackay
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Airlie Beachbus Au050 / ...
2h 35m
$21–35
Train, line 860 bus
1. Take the train from Mackay to Proserpinetrain Spirit of Queensland
2. Take the bus from Proserpine, Mill Street to Shute Harbour Road at Hermitage Drivebus 860
3h 2m
$22–453
Drive 151.6 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station)car 151.6 km
1h 51m
$27–39

Mackay to Airlie Beach (Station) by bus

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Distance: 152.1 km
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Mackay, QLD, Australia and Airlie Beach (Station), QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Mackay to Airlie Beach twice daily. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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