Mackay Queensland to Cairns

Mackay Queensland to Cairns

Mackay Queensland
Cairns
Sun, Jun 9
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$151
 
 
$234
 

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Mackay Queensland to Cairns Schedule

Mackay Queensland to Cairns Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Queensland Rail Economy Seat 01:45 - 12:25AUD 129
Queensland Rail Economy Seat 03:10 - 14:30AUD 129
Greyhound Australia Advantage 05:15 - 17:50AUD 172
Greyhound Australia Premium 07:50 - 20:00AUD 220
Virgin Australia Airlines Economy 08:25 - 14:50AUD 376.81
Virgin Australia Airlines Economy 11:15 - 23:30AUD 468.37
Greyhound Australia Early Bird 13:15 - 20:00AUD 239
Virgin Australia Airlines Economy 15:45 - 23:55AUD 295.86
Qantas Airways Economy 17:55 - 08:20AUD 372.48
Greyhound Australia Premium 19:25 - 17:50AUD 474
Jetstar Airways Economy 21:15 - 21:20AUD 417.71

Transportation from Mackay Queensland to Cairns

Facts about the transport from Mackay Queensland to Cairns

Cheapest Transport$87
Fastest Transport11h 10m
Earliest Departure3:10 AM
Latest Departure9:15 PM
Departures per day4
Distance9492 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Jetstar Airways, Queensland Rail, Virgin Australia Airlines

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. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 233.75 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 150.20.

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

It can take you anywhere between 12 and 27 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 11h 10m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 1d 2h 40m 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 150.20 if you opt for a Greyhound Australia bus and as expensive as USD 233.75 if you buy a Jetstar Airways 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 ?

  • 3 by flight from Mackay Queensland to Cairns starting from 21:15 Mackay Airport until 21:15 Mackay Airport
  • 1 from Mackay Queensland to Cairns starting from 07:50 Mackay until 07:50 Mackay

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 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
  • 22% opted for a bus
  • 11% chosen flight