Mackay to Rockhampton

Mackay to Rockhampton

Mackay
Rockhampton
Fri, Jun 7
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$44
 
 
$72
 

Other Options

Mackay to Rockhampton Schedule

Mackay to Rockhampton Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Greyhound Australia Premium 05:15 - 23:45AUD 194
Greyhound Australia Early Bird 13:15 - 17:45AUD 70
Greyhound Australia Premium 19:25 - 02:45AUD 521
Queensland Rail Economy Seat 21:04 - 01:27AUD 65.40
Greyhound Australia Advantage 23:00 - 03:30AUD 82

Transportation from Mackay to Rockhampton

Facts about the transport from Mackay to Rockhampton

Cheapest Transport$44
Fastest Transport4h 20m
Earliest Departure1:15 PM
Latest Departure9:04 PM
Departures per day7
Distance217 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Queensland Rail

How to get from Mackay to Rockhampton

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 71.40 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 43.64.

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

It can take you anywhere between 5 and 5 hours to travel between Mackay and Rockhampton depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Mackay and Rockhampton. Bus will bring you to your destination in 4h 20m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 4h 30m to reach Rockhampton.

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

Travelling between Mackay and Rockhampton can be as cheap as USD 43.64 if you opt for a Queensland Rail train and as expensive as USD 71.40 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 Rockhampton ?

  • 6 from Mackay Queensland to Rockhampton starting from 13:15 Mackay until 19:25 Mackay
  • 1 from Mackay Queensland to Rockhampton starting from 21:04 Mackay until 21:04 Mackay

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Mackay Queensland to Rockhampton 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 Rockhampton

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 Rockhampton?

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

  • 89% opted for a bus
  • 11% took a train