What is the cheapest way to get from Mackay to Home Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Home Hill is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mackay to Home Hill?

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Home Hill is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Home Hill?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mackay and arriving at Home Hill. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Home Hill?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mackay and arriving at Home Hill. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Mackay to Home Hill?

The distance between Mackay and Home Hill is 280 km. The road distance is 289.6 km.

How do I travel from Mackay to Home Hill without a car?

The best way to get from Mackay to Home Hill without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $40 - $1,100.

How long does it take to get from Mackay to Home Hill?

The train from Mackay to Home Hill takes 3h 24m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Home Hill bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mackay to Home Hill train from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Home Hill?

The best way to get from Mackay to Home Hill is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $40 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $120 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Mackay to Home Hill bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mackay to Home Hill train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Home Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Home Hill is 290 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Mackay to Home Hill.

How do I get a bus ticket from Mackay to Home Hill?

Book your Mackay to Home Hill bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Home Hill?

There are 12+ hotels available in Home Hill.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mackay to Home Hilltrain Spirit of Queensland
3h 24m
$40–1,045
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Home Hillbus Cairns / ...
5h 10m
$45–120
Drive 289.6 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Home Hillcar 289.6 km
3h 21m
$53–76
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane MKY - TSV
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Home Hillbus
3h 47m
$261–626

Mackay to Home Hill by train

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Distance: 279.7 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Mackay, QLD, Australia and Home Hill, QLD, Australia?

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Mackay to Home Hill 4 times a week. Tickets cost $40–1,045 and the journey takes 3h 24m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Mackay to Home Hill twice daily. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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