What is the cheapest way to get from Marian to Airlie Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Marian to Airlie Beach is to bus which costs $21 - $40 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Marian to Airlie Beach?

The fastest way to get from Marian to Airlie Beach is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Marian and Airlie Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Marian to Airlie Beach. However, there are services departing from Anzac Ave near Daly St and arriving at Airlie Beach via Mackay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Marian to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Marian and Airlie Beach is 172 km. The road distance is 130.7 km.

How do I travel from Marian to Airlie Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Marian to Airlie Beach without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $100 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Marian to Airlie Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Marian to Airlie Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marian to Airlie Beach bus from?

Marian to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Mackay station.

Where does the Marian to Airlie Beach bus arrive?

Marian to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Airlie Beach station.

Can I drive from Marian to Airlie Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Marian to Airlie Beach is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Marian to Airlie Beach.

Where can I stay near Airlie Beach?

There are 399+ hotels available in Airlie Beach.

Marian to Airlie Beach - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Marian to Airlie Beach by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Mackay to Proserpinetrain Spirit of Queensland
2. Take the bus from Proserpine, Mill Street to Airlie Beach Centralbus 860
3h 30m
$103–561
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Airlie Beachbus Au050 / ...
4h 26m
$21–40
Drive 130.7 km
1. Drive from Marian to Airlie Beachcar 130.7 km
1h 34m
$24–34

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Distance: 172.2 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Marian, QLD, Australia and Airlie Beach, QLD, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Mackay to Airlie Beach twice daily. Tickets cost $21–40 and the journey takes 2h 17m.

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