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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: May 10 atDeparture city: RockhamptonDeparture location: RockhamptonArrival time: May 10 atDestination city: MackayDestination location: Victoria StOperated by: Greyhound Australia
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- Departure time: May 10 atDeparture city: RockhamptonDeparture location: RockhamptonArrival time: May 10 atDestination city: MackayDestination location: Victoria StOperated by: Greyhound AustraliaVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: May 10 atDeparture city: RockhamptonDeparture location: RockhamptonArrival time: May 10 atDestination city: MackayDestination location: Victoria StOperated by: Greyhound AustraliaVehicle: BusDuration:
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Bus Rockhampton to Mackay: Trip Overview
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According to 12 reviews, Greyhound Australia received a 4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the value for money. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at US$46.00
Greyhound Australia Rockhampton Mackay recent customer reviews
The bus had no way of charging my phone so I wasn't able to get a lift from in town out to northern beaches and because we were late I missed the last bus out to home the driver was rurd and very ruff on the brakes he didn't stop the bus on the two hours brake for the recermend 10 as for the safe driver ruel that the QLD roads recommendes and when he did we stopped for less then 5 minutes witch for my back injury I needed time to stretch and a pregnant woman that was in a lot of pain and she was 8 months pregnant but he was so nice to the German back packers that left a bad taste in my mouth for what I paid it was not good enough
Matthew S.
All good service.
Adrianna L.
Kindest bus driver highly recommend this bus service
Corrina G.
Rockhampton to Mackay Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rockhampton - Mackay
How long does it take to get to Mackay from Rockhampton by bus?
The trip from Rockhampton to Mackay will take on average 4h 30m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 4h 30m.
What is the distance between Rockhampton and Mackay?
It's about 284 km (176 miles) from Rockhampton to Mackay.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Rockhampton to Mackay?
If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Mackay from Rockhampton; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$46, making this your best choice for this trip.
How much is the bus from Rockhampton to Mackay?
You can expect to pay around US$62 for the bus ride from Rockhampton to Mackay.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rockhampton to Mackay was searched and found on May 7, 2025 with a price of US$46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rockhampton to Mackay, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$46 to US$89 for a bus ticket from Rockhampton to Mackay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$47 which is on 2025-05-10.
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