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Trains from Melbourne to Mackay

🚂 Starting from Melbourne's Southern Cross station, the train journey to Mackay involves transfers at Central Station and Roma Street. The total travel time to reach Mackay is approximately 40 hours and 21 minutes. 💰 Ticket prices for the Melbourne to Mackay train range from $171 to $2548, depending on the class of travel and availability. Prepare for a long but rewarding train adventure through the beautiful Australian landscape.

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There are over 69 hotels to stay in Mackay. Prices range from $27 per night.

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  • There is no direct train service from Melbourne to Mackay. However, you can take the NSW TrainLink XPT train from Southern Cross Station in Melbourne to Central Station in Brisbane, then transfer to a Queensland Rail Travel train to Mackay, with the journey taking approximately 40 hours and 21 minutes. The cost of tickets for this route ranges from $171 to $2548, depending on class and availability. Both NSW TrainLink XPT and Queensland Rail Travel operate services connecting Melbourne to Mackay via Brisbane.
  • The fastest train option for traveling between Melbourne and Mackay involves taking the NSW TrainLink XPT train from Southern Cross Station in Melbourne to Central Station in Brisbane, and then transferring to a Queensland Rail Travel train to Mackay. This journey, including transfers, typically takes around 40 hours and 21 minutes. While there is no direct train service available, utilizing these train connections offers the most efficient way to reach Mackay from Melbourne by rail.
  • Trains traveling from Melbourne to Mackay depart from Southern Cross Station in Melbourne. The train services for this route are operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, with Southern Cross Station serving as the starting point for the journey. Passengers can board the train at Southern Cross Station to begin their trip to Mackay.
  • There are two trains involved in the journey from Melbourne to Mackay. The first train, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, departs from Southern Cross Station in Melbourne and travels to Brisbane's Central Station. From Brisbane, passengers transfer to a second train operated by Queensland Rail Travel, which completes the journey to Mackay. Overall, travelers will take two different trains with transfers along the way to reach their final destination in Mackay.
  • The train service from Melbourne to Mackay operated by Queensland Rail Travel arrives at Mackay station. This is the final destination for passengers traveling by train from Melbourne to Mackay. Mackay station serves as the endpoint for this specific train route, providing easy access to the city of Mackay and its surrounding areas for arriving passengers. Travelers can disembark at Mackay station and begin their exploration of this coastal Queensland destination.
  • The first train departing from Melbourne to Mackay is operated by NSW TrainLink XPT and typically leaves Southern Cross station in the early morning, connecting passengers to the subsequent services. The last train departing from Southern Cross station towards Mackay usually departs in the late evening, allowing travelers to start their journey overnight. While there is no direct train from Melbourne to Mackay, passengers can board trains throughout the day to facilitate their journey with transfers at Central Station and Roma Street in Brisbane.
  • There are no direct train trips between Melbourne and Mackay. Travelers need to take a combination of services, starting with the NSW TrainLink XPT train from Southern Cross station in Melbourne to Central Station in Brisbane, then transferring to a Queensland Rail Travel train to reach Mackay. The journey includes transfers and takes approximately 40 hours and 21 minutes to complete. While there are multiple trains departing from Melbourne to Brisbane each day, passengers will need to plan their trip around the available connections to Mackay.
  • There is no direct train service available between Melbourne and Mackay. Travelers will need to take a combination of trains, starting from Southern Cross station in Melbourne to Central Station in Brisbane, and then transferring to reach Mackay via Roma Street. The entire journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 hours and 21 minutes to complete. Passengers need to plan their trip carefully to accommodate the transfers and travel time involved in this route.
  • The cost of a train ticket from Melbourne to Mackay varies depending on the class of service and availability. Prices for this route typically range from $171 to $2548. Passengers can choose from different fare options based on their comfort preferences and budget, with higher-priced tickets often offering more amenities and accommodations. It is advisable to book tickets in advance to secure the best possible fare for the Melbourne to Mackay train journey.

Will you be returning to Melbourne by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Mackay to Melbourne

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