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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 | Airlie Beach | Victoria St | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Airlie Beach | Victoria St | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Airlie Beach | Victoria St | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:15 PM AEST.
Get from Airlie Beach to Mackay
The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Users consistently highlight the ease of booking and punctuality as standout features. The service is praised for being reliable, comfortable, and offering great value for money. Many reviews mention that buses are well-equipped and immaculate, contributing to an excellent travel experience overall with smooth trips even when encountering roadworks.
Greyhound Australia Airlie Beach Mackay recent customer reviews
The trip was excellent from start to finish. It departed exactly on time and arrived exactly on time. The coach was immaculate and well equipped. The driver (Steve) was super efficient, friendly and a great driver. Despite four stops at lights due to roadworks, the trip went smoothly and we arrived on time. Great value for money and an excellent service.
Sam T.
Way nicer bus than the trip down
Brad M.
Easy to book, bus was on time, good price.
Emma W.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Airlie Beach to Mackay by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Airlie Beach to Mackay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Airlie Beach to Mackay start from $41. The average price for this route is around $45. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Airlie Beach to Mackay?
The average bus travel time from Airlie Beach to Mackay is 2h, covering a distance of 109 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 55m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Airlie Beach to Mackay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay?
The earliest bus departs from Airlie Beach to Mackay at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Airlie Beach to Mackay?
A bus trip from Airlie Beach to Mackay generates an estimated 3 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.
The cheapest trip from Airlie Beach to Mackay was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $42To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Airlie Beach to Mackay, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $42 to $55 for a bus ticket from Airlie Beach to Mackay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2026-01-14.
