Mackay Queensland to Gladstone

Mackay Queensland to Gladstone

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Mackay Queensland to Gladstone Schedule

Mackay Queensland to Gladstone Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Greyhound Australia Advantage 05:15 - 19:35AUD 190
Qantas Airways Economy 06:00 - 17:05AUD 520.05
Qantas Airways Economy 09:45 - 18:50AUD 440.36
Jetstar Airways Economy 13:40 - 17:05AUD 389.07
Qantas Airways Economy 16:55 - 20:15AUD 455.66
Qantas Airways Economy 19:10 - 07:35AUD 566.23
Jetstar Airways Economy 21:25 - 14:40AUD 539.50

Transportation from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone

Facts about the transport from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone

Cheapest Transport$56
Fastest Transport6h 1m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure9:04 PM
Departures per day12
Distance580 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Qantas Airways, Queensland Rail, Virgin Australia Airlines

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How to get from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone

Travelling between Mackay Queensland and Gladstone is possible by Flight, bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 382.16 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 55.83.

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

It can take you anywhere between 7 and 15 hours to travel between Mackay Queensland and Gladstone depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Mackay Queensland and Gladstone. Train will bring you to your destination in 6h 1m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 15h to reach Gladstone.

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

Travelling between Mackay Queensland and Gladstone can be as cheap as USD 55.83 if you opt for a Queensland Rail train and as expensive as USD 382.16 if you buy a Virgin Australia Airlines 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 Gladstone ?

  • 6 from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone starting from 13:15 Mackay until 19:25 Mackay
  • 5 by flight from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone starting from 06:00 Mackay Airport until 06:45 Mackay Airport
  • 1 from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone starting from 21:04 Mackay until 21:04 Mackay

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone 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 Gladstone

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 Gladstone?

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

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