Mackay, Queensland to Mareeba, Queensland from $64: 6 ways by bus, train, flight or car

The distance between Mackay and Mareeba is approximately 611.6 km by air and 786.5 km by road. To travel from Mackay to Mareeba, it takes around 8 hours and 46 minutes by flying from Mackay and then taking a bus. Alternatively, driving from Mareeba to Mackay takes about 10 hours and 4 minutes by car. If you prefer to take the bus, the journey from Mackay to Mareeba is approximately 14 hours and 30 minutes.

The most cost-effective option for traveling from Mackay to Mareeba is by bus, with tickets priced between $65 and $95. However, this mode of transportation takes approximately 14 hours and 30 minutes. For a more time-efficient option, driving to the airport, flying, and then taking a bus is the fastest way, with a total travel time of 6 hours and 44 minutes. Although this option is more expensive, with costs ranging from $160 to $550, it significantly reduces the overall travel time.

The prices for a bus ticket between Mareeba and Mackay typically range from $69 to $94.

To get from Mackay to Mareeba without using public transportation, you can choose to drive. The road distance is approximately 787.0 km and the journey takes about 10 hours and 4 minutes. The prices for a car rental vary, ranging from $95 to $150.

To travel from Mackay to Mareeba without a car, the best option is to take a train from Mackay to Cairns, and then switch to a bus that takes you to Mareeba. This journey takes approximately 13 hours and 40 minutes and can cost between $60 and $120. Alternatively, you can also take a flight from Mackay to Cairns, and then take a bus from Cairns to Mareeba, which takes around 8 hours and 46 minutes.

There is no direct link between Mackay and Mareeba by bus. However, there are bus services available that take approximately 14 hours and 30 minutes, including transfers in Cairns. The bus services are operated by Premier Motor Service and Trans North Bus & Coach. Alternatively, there is also an option to fly from Mackay to Mareeba, which takes around 8 hours and 46 minutes by combining a flight with a bus transfer.

The flight duration between Mackay and Mareeba is approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes. However, there is no direct flight between the two cities, so there is a layover at Cairns Airport. The cost of the flight may vary depending on the airline, season, and availability, but on average, it typically ranges from $200 to $400.

There are several accommodation options available near Mareeba. You can choose from over 10 hotels in the area, with prices starting at $62. Some popular hotels in the area include the Mareeba Lodge Motel, Mareeba Motor Inn, and the Heritage Lodge & Spa.