Mackay to Bowen

Mackay to Bowen

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Mackay to Bowen Schedule

Mackay to Bowen Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Queensland Rail Economy Seat 03:10 - 05:25AUD 45
Greyhound Australia Premium 05:15 - 09:15AUD 78
Greyhound Australia Premium 07:50 - 09:20AUD 383
Greyhound Australia Premium 13:15 - 09:15AUD 289
Greyhound Australia Premium 19:25 - 09:15AUD 289

Transportation from Mackay to Bowen

Facts about the transport from Mackay to Bowen

Cheapest Transport$30
Fastest Transport2h 15m
Earliest Departure3:10 AM
Latest Departure5:15 AM
Departures per day1
Distance113 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Queensland Rail

How to get from Mackay to Bowen

Travelling between Mackay and Bowen 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 65.26 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 65.26.

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

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

Train is the fastest way to travel between Mackay and Bowen. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 15m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 4h to reach Bowen.

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

Travelling between Mackay and Bowen can be as cheap as USD 65.26 if you opt for a Greyhound Australia bus and as expensive as USD 65.26 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 Mackay and Bowen ?

  • 1 from Mackay Queensland to Bowen starting from 05:15 Mackay until 05:15 Mackay

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Mackay Queensland to Bowen 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 Bowen

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 to Bowen?

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

  • 100% opted for a bus