Bus Tickets from Brisbane to Mackay

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TomorrowJul 13
from US$259
MonJul 14
from US$213
TueJul 15
from US$117
WedJul 16
from US$160
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 13 at
    Departure city: Brisbane
    Departure location: Brisbane Airport
    Arrival time: July 14 at
    Destination city: Mackay
    Destination location: Victoria St
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 13 at
    Departure city: Brisbane
    Departure location: Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres
    Arrival time: July 14 at
    Destination city: Mackay
    Destination location: Victoria St
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 13 at
    Departure city: Brisbane
    Departure location: Brisbane Airport
    Arrival time: July 14 at
    Destination city: Mackay
    Destination location: Victoria St
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 13 at
    Departure city: Brisbane
    Departure location: Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres
    Arrival time: July 14 at
    Destination city: Mackay
    Destination location: Victoria St
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 13 at
    Departure city: Brisbane
    Departure location: Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres
    Arrival time: July 14 at
    Destination city: Mackay
    Destination location: Victoria St
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Brisbane to Mackay: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$244
Average Bus Trip Duration19h 45m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure7:45am
Distance803 km
Latest bus departure2:00pm

Brisbane to Mackay Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Brisbane to Mackay. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Brisbane to Mackay from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Brisbane to Mackay, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Brisbane - Mackay

  1. What is the distance between Brisbane and Mackay?

    The distance covered from Brisbane to Mackay is 805 km (499 miles).

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-10
US$245
07-11
US$245
Today
US$247
07-13
US$247
07-14
US$202
07-15
US$111
07-16
US$152
07-17
US$177
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Brisbane to Mackay was searched and found on Jul 15, 2025 with a price of US$111

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Brisbane to Mackay, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$111 to US$322 for a bus ticket from Brisbane to Mackay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$111 which is on 2025-07-15.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Brisbane and Mackay!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Brisbane to Mackay, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Brisbane to Mackay that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Brisbane to Mackay, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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