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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Ayr is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Ayr is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mackay and arriving at Ayr. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mackay and arriving at Ayr. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Mackay to Ayr?

The distance between Mackay and Ayr is 291 km. The road distance is 300.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs $40 - $1,100.

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

The train from Mackay to Ayr takes 3h 41m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Ayr bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Ayr train from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Ayr?

The best way to get from Mackay to Ayr is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs $40 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $120 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Mackay to Ayr bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mackay to Ayr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Ayr is 301 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Mackay to Ayr.

How do I get a train ticket from Mackay to Ayr?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Mackay to Ayr?

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Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 12+ hotels available in Ayr.

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There are 4 ways to get from Mackay to Ayr by train, bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mackay to Ayrtrain Spirit of Queensland
3h 41m
$40–1,087
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Ayrbus Cairns / ...
5h 25m
$50–120
Drive 300.9 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Ayrcar 300.9 km
3h 30m
$55–79
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane MKY - TSV
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Ayrbus
3h 56m
$259–621

Mackay to Ayr by train

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Distance: 291 km
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Mackay, QLD, Australia and Ayr, QLD, Australia?

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Mackay to Ayr 4 times a week. Tickets cost $40–1,087 and the journey takes 3h 41m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Mackay to Ayr twice daily. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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