Bowen to Mackay Queensland

Bowen to Mackay Queensland

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Bowen to Mackay Queensland Schedule

Bowen to Mackay Queensland Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Greyhound Australia Advantage 09:20 - 07:50AUD 235
Greyhound Australia Advantage 11:45 - 13:15AUD 303
Greyhound Australia Advantage 15:40 - 07:50AUD 236
Queensland Rail Economy Seat 16:48 - 19:04AUD 45
Queensland Rail Economy Seat 18:23 - 20:39AUD 45

Transportation from Bowen to Mackay Queensland

Facts about the transport from Bowen to Mackay Queensland

Cheapest Transport$23
Fastest Transport2h 16m
Earliest Departure9:20 AM
Latest Departure6:23 PM
Departures per day7
Distance114 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Queensland Rail

How to get from Bowen to Mackay Queensland

Travelling between Bowen and Mackay Queensland is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 51.89 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 22.05.

How long does it take to get from Bowen to Mackay Queensland?

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 4 hours to travel between Bowen and Mackay Queensland depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Bowen and Mackay Queensland. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 16m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 3h 55m to reach Mackay Queensland.

How much does it cost to get from Bowen to Mackay Queensland?

Travelling between Bowen and Mackay Queensland can be as cheap as USD 22.05 if you opt for a Greyhound Australia bus and as expensive as USD 51.89 if you buy a Greyhound Australia Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Bowen and Mackay Queensland ?

  • 6 from Bowen to Mackay Queensland starting from 09:20 Bowen until 15:40 Bowen
  • 1 from Bowen to Mackay Queensland starting from 18:23 Bowen until 18:23 Bowen

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bowen to Mackay Queensland.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Bowen to Mackay Queensland overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Bowen and Mackay Queensland

Greyhound Australia

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Bowen to Mackay Queensland?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 67% took a train
  • 33% opted for a bus