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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Tweed Heads is to fly and train which costs $150 - $350 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Tweed Heads is to fly and train which takes 4h 43m and costs $150 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Tweed Heads?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Tweed Heads. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Wharf St at Tweed Mall via Brisbane Roma Street and Gold Coast Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Tweed Heads?

No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Tweed Heads station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 29m.

How far is it from Mackay to Tweed Heads?

The distance between Mackay and Tweed Heads is 924 km. The road distance is 1050.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Tweed Heads without a car is to train which takes 16h 29m and costs $100 - $3,600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Mackay to Tweed Heads, including transfers.

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

Mackay to Tweed Heads bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Mackay station.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Tweed Heads train from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Tweed Heads?

The best way to get from Mackay to Tweed Heads is to train which takes 16h 29m and costs $100 - $3,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $300 and takes 19h 54m.

Where does the Mackay to Tweed Heads bus arrive?

Mackay to Tweed Heads bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Brisbane Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Mackay to Tweed Heads train arrive?

Mackay to Tweed Heads train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Mackay to Tweed Heads?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Tweed Heads is 1050 km. It takes approximately 12h 18m to drive from Mackay to Tweed Heads.

Where can I stay near Tweed Heads?

There are 2882+ hotels available in Tweed Heads.

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There are 5 ways to get from Mackay to Tweed Heads by plane, train, bus, or car

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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 Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
4h 43m
$159–341
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Roma Streettrain Spirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train Bdvl / ...
16h 29m
$106–3,521
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus Au050-1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Gold Coast Airportbus
19h 54m
$192–298
Drive 1,050.1 km
1. Drive from Mackay to Tweed Headscar 1,050.1 km
12h 18m
$187–270
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train Bdvl / ...
21h 37m
$182–423

Mackay to Tweed Heads by train and bus

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Distance: 924.4 km
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a train from Mackay to Griffith St at Coolangatta East via Roma Street, Varsity Lakes station, platform 2, and Varsity Lakes station, stop B in around 16h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mackay to Wharf St at Tweed Mall via Brisbane, Brisbane Roma Street, and Gold Coast Airport in around 19h 54m.

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