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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Mackay
    Departure location: Victoria St
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Townsville
    Destination location: Townsville
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Mackay
    Departure location: Victoria St
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Townsville
    Destination location: Townsville
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Mackay
    Departure location: Victoria St
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Townsville
    Destination location: Townsville
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Mackay
    Departure location: Victoria St
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Townsville
    Destination location: Townsville
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Mackay
    Departure location: Victoria St
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Townsville
    Destination location: Townsville
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Mackay to Townsville: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$78
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 55m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure5:15am
Distance324 km
Latest bus departure7:50am

Mackay to Townsville Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Mackay - Townsville

  1. How long is the bus trip from Mackay to Townsville?

    The typical travel time from Mackay to Townsville by bus is around 6h 55m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 6h 30m.

  2. How far is Mackay from Townsville?

    The distance between Mackay and Townsville is around 324 km (201 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to travel from Mackay to Townsville?

    The least expensive option to go from Mackay to Townsville would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$69, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much does it cost to take the bus from Mackay to Townsville?

    Taking the bus from Mackay to Townsville costs on average US$78.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-13
US$81
06-14
US$70
Today
US$81
06-16
US$75
06-17
No data
06-18
US$67
06-19
US$73
06-20
US$67
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mackay to Townsville was searched and found on Jun 20, 2025 with a price of US$67

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mackay to Townsville, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$67 to US$106 for a bus ticket from Mackay to Townsville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$67 which is on 2025-06-20.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Mackay and Townsville!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Mackay to Townsville, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Mackay to Townsville.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Mackay to Townsville while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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