Mackay Queensland to Gladstone

Mackay Queensland to Gladstone

Mackay Queensland
Gladstone
Thu, Jun 6
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Mackay Queensland to Gladstone Schedule

Mackay Queensland to Gladstone Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Greyhound Australia Premium 05:15 - 01:40AUD 393
Qantas Airways Economy 06:00 - 16:30AUD 616.21
Qantas Airways Economy 09:45 - 18:50AUD 440.36
Greyhound Australia Flexible 13:15 - 19:35AUD 116
Virgin Australia Airlines Economy 15:45 - 18:00AUD 558.94
Qantas Airways Economy 17:55 - 17:05AUD 528.26
Greyhound Australia Advantage 19:25 - 01:40AUD 108
Jetstar Airways Economy 21:25 - 07:05AUD 504.60

Transportation from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone

Facts about the transport from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone

Cheapest Transport$58
Fastest Transport6h 1m
Earliest Departure1:15 PM
Latest Departure9:15 PM
Departures per day10
Distance580 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways, Queensland Rail, Virgin Australia Airlines

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How to get from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone

Travelling between Mackay Queensland and Gladstone is possible by Flight, bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 347.58 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 57.79.

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

It can take you anywhere between 7 and 21 hours to travel between Mackay Queensland and Gladstone depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Mackay Queensland and Gladstone. Train will bring you to your destination in 6h 1m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 20h 50m to reach Gladstone.

How much does it cost to get from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone?

Travelling between Mackay Queensland and Gladstone can be as cheap as USD 57.79 if you opt for a Queensland Rail train and as expensive as USD 347.58 if you buy a Jetstar Airways, Qantas 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 Gladstone ?

  • 6 from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone starting from 13:15 Mackay until 19:25 Mackay
  • 3 by flight from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone starting from 21:15 Mackay Airport until 21:15 Mackay Airport
  • 1 from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone starting from 21:04 Mackay until 21:04 Mackay

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Mackay Queensland to Gladstone 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 Gladstone

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 Gladstone?

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

  • 60% opted for a bus
  • 40% took a train