Facts about the transport from Mackay Queensland to Cairns
| Cheapest Transport | $90 |
| Fastest Transport | 5h 15m |
| Earliest Departure | 5:38 AM |
| Latest Departure | 4:45 PM |
| Departures per day | 5 |
| Distance | 609 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Greyhound Australia |
Mackay Queensland to Cairns
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Mackay Queensland to Cairns Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Train | Queensland Rail | Economy Seat | 05:38 | 17:05 | $71.78 | |
Flight | Virgin Australia | Economy | 06:20 | 11:10 | $155.10 | |
Bus | Greyhound Australia | Flexible | 07:50 | 20:00 | $111.85 | |
Flight | Qantas Airways | Economy | 08:20 | 13:45 | $526.11 | |
Flight | Virgin Australia | Economy | 11:25 | 16:10 | $155.10 | |
Flight | Qantas Airways | Economy | 12:55 | 20:55 | $284.39 | |
Flight | Virgin Australia | Economy | 13:55 | 23:20 | $194.14 | |
Flight | Virgin Australia | Economy | 16:45 | 23:20 | $156.22 | |
Flight | Qantas Airways | Economy | 17:10 | 19:35 | $275.78 | |
Flight | Virgin Australia | Economy | 17:35 | 23:35 | $189.69 | |
Flight | Qantas Airways | Economy | 18:00 | 22:50 | $264.82 | |
Flight | Jetstar Airways | Economy | 21:15 | 11:15 | $190.81 |
How to get from Mackay Queensland to Cairns
Travelling between Mackay Queensland and Cairns is possible by Flight, bus and train. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 268.14 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 174.36.
How long does it take to get from Mackay Queensland to Cairns?
It can take you anywhere between 6 and 13 hours to travel between Mackay Queensland and Cairns depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Mackay Queensland and Cairns. Flight will bring you to your destination in 5h 15m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 12h 10m to reach Cairns.
How much does it cost to get from Mackay Queensland to Cairns?
Travelling between Mackay Queensland and Cairns can be as cheap as USD 174.36 if you opt for a Virgin Australia flight and as expensive as USD 268.14 if you buy a Virgin Australia flight 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 Mackay Queensland and Cairns ?
- 5 by flight from Mackay Queensland to Cairns starting from 06:40 Mackay Airport until 16:45 Mackay Airport
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Mackay Queensland to Cairns.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Mackay Queensland to Cairns 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 Mackay Queensland and Cairns
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 Mackay Queensland to Cairns?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 50% opted for a bus
- 50% took a train
Transportation from Mackay Queensland to Cairns
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Trains$ 89.73
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Buses$ 116.16
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Flights$ 174.59
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Ferries are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available