Bus from Mackay to Townsville: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mackay to Townsville on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound AustraliaBus
Victoria St
TownsvilleCheapest
Greyhound AustraliaBus
Victoria St
TownsvilleFastest
Greyhound AustraliaBus
Victoria St
TownsvilleNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 2:54 PM AEST.

Get from Mackay to Townsville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
8h 10mAverage Duration
324 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mackay to Townsville by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Mackay to Townsville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Mackay to Townsville start from $101. The average price for this route is around $152. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Mackay to Townsville?

    The average bus travel time from Mackay to Townsville is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 324 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 30m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.

  3. Which bus companies service the Mackay to Townsville route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mackay to Townsville?

    The earliest bus departs from Mackay to Townsville at 2:55am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mackay to Townsville?

    A bus trip from Mackay to Townsville generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-29
$146
11-30
$151
Today
$164
12-02
$145
12-03
$144
12-04
$144
12-05
$121
12-06
$110
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mackay to Townsville was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $110

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 $110 to $167 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 $110 which is on 2025-12-06.

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