What is the cheapest way to get from Frankston to Mackay?

The cheapest way to get from Frankston to Mackay is to train and fly which costs $260 - $440 and takes 7h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankston to Mackay?

The fastest way to get from Frankston to Mackay is to train and fly which takes 7h 32m and costs $260 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Frankston and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankston to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Frankston and arriving at Mackay via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, King George Square, 1c and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Frankston and Mackay?

No, there is no direct train from Frankston station to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Frankston Station and arriving at Mackay via Flinders Street Station, Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 44m.

How far is it from Frankston to Mackay?

The distance between Frankston and Mackay is 1946 km. The road distance is 2322.6 km.

How do I travel from Frankston to Mackay without a car?

The best way to get from Frankston to Mackay without a car is to train which takes 42h 44m and costs $180 - $4,200.

How long does it take to get from Frankston to Mackay?

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Frankston to Mackay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Mackay bus from?

Frankston to Mackay bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Frankston station.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Mackay train from?

Frankston to Mackay train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Frankston Station.

Train or bus from Frankston to Mackay?

The best way to get from Frankston to Mackay is to train which takes 42h 44m and costs $180 - $4,200. Alternatively, you can bus via Melbourne, which costs and takes 47h 9m.

Where does the Frankston to Mackay bus arrive?

Frankston to Mackay bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr station.

What is the time difference between Frankston and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Frankston. It is currently 8:17 AM in Frankston and 7:17 AM in Mackay.

Where does the Frankston to Mackay train arrive?

Frankston to Mackay train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Frankston to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankston to Mackay is 2323 km. It takes approximately 26h 18m to drive from Frankston to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 86+ hotels available in Mackay.

Frankston to Mackay - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Frankston to Mackay by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Mackay
best
1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Flinders Street Station
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mackay (MKY)MEL - MKY
7h 32m
$264–434
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Flinders Street Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Station622 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Station31
4. Take the train from Roma Street to Mackay
42h 44m
$186–4,106
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Frankston to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
4. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mackay
47h 9m
Drive 2,322.6 km
1. Drive from Frankston to Mackay2,322.6 km
26h 18m
$440–635
Train, bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Mackay
1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Flinders Street Station
2. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal
3. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Mackay (MKY)AVV - MKY
9h 31m
$224–874
Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Flinders Street Station
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)MEL - PPP
3. Take the train from Proserpine to Mackay
8h 22m
$240–1,134
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankston to Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd901
2. Take the bus from Campbellfield to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay
2d 4h
$349–473

Frankston to Mackay by train

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42h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,945.8 km
Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Frankston, VIC, Australia and Mackay, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Frankston Station to Mackay via Flinders Street Station, Southern Cross, Central Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 42h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Frankston to Mackay via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, Skybus Coach Terminal, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Brisbane, King George Square, 1c, Roma Street busway, platform 1, and Brisbane in around 47h 9m.

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