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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Victoria St | Gladstone | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria St | Gladstone | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria St | Gladstone | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Victoria St | Gladstone | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Victoria St | Gladstone | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:46 AM AEST.
Get from Mackay to Gladstone
The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 187, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 2378 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 187
Greyhound Australia Mackay Gladstone recent customer reviews
The bus was late, dirty and the first driver was quite fast almost all the way until the last hour that we changed to a different driver. The bus moved a lot because of the speed.
Irene M.
N ice to sit back & relax & let someone else do the driving.
Anita R.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mackay to Gladstone by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Mackay to Gladstone?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mackay to Gladstone start at R 1 187. The average price for this route is around R 1 323. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Mackay to Gladstone?
The average bus journey time from Mackay to Gladstone is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 368 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 15m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Mackay to Gladstone route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mackay to Gladstone?
The earliest bus departs from Mackay to Gladstone at 14:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mackay to Gladstone?
A bus trip from Mackay to Gladstone produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Mackay to Gladstone was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 130To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mackay to Gladstone as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 130 to R 1 890 for a bus ticket from Mackay to Gladstone based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 130, which is on 2025-12-12.
