What is the cheapest way to get from Whitsunday Islands to Mackay?

The cheapest way to get from Whitsunday Islands to Mackay is to bus via Mackay which costs $21 - $45 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whitsunday Islands to Mackay?

The fastest way to get from Whitsunday Islands to Mackay is to bus which takes 2h and costs $29 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Whitsunday Islands and Mackay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Airlie Beach and arriving at Mackay. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Whitsunday Islands to Mackay?

The distance between Whitsunday Islands and Mackay is 152 km. The road distance is 192.3 km.

How do I travel from Whitsunday Islands to Mackay without a car?

The best way to get from Whitsunday Islands to Mackay without a car is to bus which takes 2h and costs $29 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Whitsunday Islands to Mackay?

The bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay takes 2h including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Whitsunday Islands to Mackay bus from?

Whitsunday Islands to Mackay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Airlie Beach station.

Where does the Whitsunday Islands to Mackay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitsunday Islands to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitsunday Islands to Mackay is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Whitsunday Islands to Mackay.

How do I get a bus ticket from Whitsunday Islands to Mackay?

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Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 100+ hotels available in Mackay.

Whitsunday Islands to Mackay - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Whitsunday Islands to Mackay by bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Mackaybus Brisbane
2h
$29–60
Bus via Mackay
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Mackaybus Au050 / ...
3h 21m
$22–40
Drive 192.3 km
1. Drive from Bowen to Mackaycar 192.3 km
2h 15m
$35–50

Whitsunday Islands to Mackay by bus

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Distance: 151.9 km
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Whitsunday Islands, QLD, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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