How far is Mackay from Airlie Beach by coach?

The distance between Airlie Beach and Mackay by coach is approximately 68 miles (110 km).

What is the best way to go from Airlie Beach to Mackay without a car?

You can travel to Mackay from Airlie Beach by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Airlie Beach to Mackay from £22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Airlie Beach to Mackay on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15	Airlie Beach	2h	14:15	Victoria St	Cheapest
Bus	17:30	Airlie Beach	1h 55m	19:25	Victoria St	Fastest
Bus	12:15	Airlie Beach	2h	14:15	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	12:15	Airlie Beach	2h	14:15	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	17:30	Airlie Beach	1h 55m	19:25	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	21:00	Airlie Beach	2h	23:00	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	21:00	Airlie Beach	2h	23:00	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	21:00	Airlie Beach	2h	23:00	Victoria St	No tags

Next departures from Airlie Beach to Mackay on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15	Airlie Beach	2h	14:15	Victoria St	Cheapest
Bus	17:30	Airlie Beach	1h 55m	19:25	Victoria St	Fastest
Bus	12:15	Airlie Beach	2h	14:15	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	12:15	Airlie Beach	2h	14:15	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	17:30	Airlie Beach	1h 55m	19:25	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	21:00	Airlie Beach	2h	23:00	Victoria St	No tags

Next departures from Airlie Beach to Mackay on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15	Airlie Beach	2h	14:15	Victoria St	Cheapest
Bus	17:30	Airlie Beach	1h 55m	19:25	Victoria St	Fastest
Bus	12:15	Airlie Beach	2h	14:15	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	21:00	Airlie Beach	2h	23:00	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	21:00	Airlie Beach	2h	23:00	Victoria St	No tags

Next departures from Airlie Beach to Mackay on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15	Airlie Beach	2h	14:15	Victoria St	Cheapest
Bus	17:30	Airlie Beach	1h 55m	19:25	Victoria St	Fastest
Bus	12:15	Airlie Beach	2h	14:15	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	12:15	Airlie Beach	2h	14:15	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	17:30	Airlie Beach	1h 55m	19:25	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	21:00	Airlie Beach	2h	23:00	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	21:00	Airlie Beach	2h	23:00	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	21:00	Airlie Beach	2h	23:00	Victoria St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 13:19 AEST.

Get from Airlie Beach to Mackay

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2hAverage duration

68 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound Australia

4/52,349 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.8

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.

26 September 2024

Way nicer bus than the trip down

Brad M.

12 September 2025

Easy to book, bus was on time, good price.

Emma W.

26 August 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay

How far is Mackay from Airlie Beach by coach?
The distance between Airlie Beach and Mackay by coach is approximately 68 miles (110 km).
What is the best way to go from Airlie Beach to Mackay without a car?
You can travel to Mackay from Airlie Beach by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/11

£23

13/11

£22

Today

£22

15/11

£23

16/11

£27

17/11

£23

18/11

£22

19/11

£22

The cheapest trip from Airlie Beach to Mackay was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £22

To 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 £22 to £36 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 £22, which is on 2025-11-18.