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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | Victoria St | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | Victoria St | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:06 AM AEDT.
Get from Sydney to Mackay
This route is served by bus only
The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $462, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
2bus per day
1d 12hAverage Duration
1431 kmDistance
36kgCO₂ emissions
Compare bus companies
4 out of 5 stars4/52,362 reviews
Based on 2362 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at $462
AU Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sydney to Mackay by bus
What is the distance between Sydney and Mackay?
The distance between Sydney and Mackay is around 1430 km (887 miles).
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The cheapest trip from Sydney to Mackay was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $609To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sydney to Mackay, as early as possible.
