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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 | Brisbane Airport | Victoria St | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres | Victoria St | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Brisbane Airport | Victoria St | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Brisbane Airport | Victoria St | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Brisbane Airport | Victoria St | No tags |
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Get from Brisbane to Mackay
The journey takes about 19 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2432 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 £91
Greyhound Australia Brisbane Mackay recent customer reviews
Thanks for the safe trip !
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Brisbane to Mackay
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Brisbane to Mackay?
The cheapest coach tickets from Brisbane to Mackay start from £91. The average price for this route is around £210. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Brisbane to Mackay?
The average bus journey time from Brisbane to Mackay is 19h 20m, covering a distance of 497 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 17h 50m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Brisbane to Mackay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brisbane to Mackay?
The earliest bus departs from Brisbane to Mackay at 07:35. And the latest bus departs at 14:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brisbane to Mackay?
A bus journey from Brisbane to Mackay produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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 Brisbane to Mackay was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of £200To 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 £200 to £260 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 £200, which is on 2026-01-15.
