What is the cheapest way to get from Townsville City to Mackay?

The cheapest way to get from Townsville City to Mackay is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Townsville City to Mackay?

The fastest way to get from Townsville City to Mackay is to fly which takes 2h 19m and costs $230 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Townsville City and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Townsville and arriving at Mackay. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Townsville City and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Townsville and arriving at Mackay. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Townsville City to Mackay?

The distance between Townsville City and Mackay is 340 km. The road distance is 388.2 km.

How do I travel from Townsville City to Mackay without a car?

The best way to get from Townsville City to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $45 - $1,400.

How long does it take to get from Townsville City to Mackay?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Townsville City to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Townsville City to Mackay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Townsville City to Mackay train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Townsville City to Mackay?

The best way to get from Townsville City to Mackay is to fly which takes 2h 19m and costs $230 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $1,400 and takes 4h 53m, you could also bus, which costs $60 - $150 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Townsville City to Mackay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Townsville City to Mackay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Townsville City to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville City to Mackay is 388 km. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Townsville City to Mackay.

How do I get a train ticket from Townsville City to Mackay?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Townsville City to Mackay?

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Where can I stay near Mackay?

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Mackay (MKY)plane TSV - MKY
2h 19m
$230–600
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Townsville to Mackaytrain Spirit of Queensland
4h 53m
$45–1,386
Bus
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Mackaybus Brisbane
6h 15m
$60–150
Drive 388.2 km
1. Drive from Townsville City to Mackaycar 388.2 km
4h 37m
$70–101

Townsville City to Mackay by train

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Distance: 340.2 km
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Townsville City, QLD, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

Qantas flies from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Mackay (MKY) twice daily. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Townsville to Mackay 4 times a week. Tickets cost $45–1,386 and the journey takes 4h 53m.

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