What's the distance between Rockhampton and Mackay by coach?

The journey from Rockhampton to Mackay by coach covers an approximate distance of 176 miles (284 km).

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

The best way to go from Rockhampton to Mackay without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Rockhampton to Mackay from £37 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rockhampton to Mackay on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	4h 35m	02:55	Victoria St	Cheapest
Bus	02:00	Rockhampton	4h 10m	06:10	Victoria St	Fastest
Bus	02:00	Rockhampton	4h 10m	06:10	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	03:20	Rockhampton	4h 30m	07:50	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	4h 35m	02:55	Victoria St	No tags

Next departures from Rockhampton to Mackay on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	4h 35m	02:55	Victoria St	Cheapest
Bus	03:20	Rockhampton	4h 30m	07:50	Victoria St	Fastest
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	4h 35m	02:55	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	4h 35m	02:55	Victoria St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 06:36 AEST.

Get from Rockhampton to Mackay

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

4h 30mAverage duration

176 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

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Greyhound Australia

4/52,351 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.8

According to 12 reviews, Greyhound Australia received a 4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the value for money. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at £39

Greyhound Australia Rockhampton Mackay recent customer reviews

The bus had no way of charging my phone so I wasn't able to get a lift from in town out to northern beaches and because we were late I missed the last bus out to home the driver was rurd and very ruff on the brakes he didn't stop the bus on the two hours brake for the recermend 10 as for the safe driver ruel that the QLD roads recommendes and when he did we stopped for less then 5 minutes witch for my back injury I needed time to stretch and a pregnant woman that was in a lot of pain and she was 8 months pregnant but he was so nice to the German back packers that left a bad taste in my mouth for what I paid it was not good enough

Matthew S.

21 March 2020

All good service.

Adrianna L.

1 March 2022

Kindest bus driver highly recommend this bus service

Corrina G.

7 September 2019

AU Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rockhampton to Mackay

What's the distance between Rockhampton and Mackay by coach?
The journey from Rockhampton to Mackay by coach covers an approximate distance of 176 miles (284 km).
What is the best way to go from Rockhampton to Mackay without a car?
The best way to go from Rockhampton to Mackay without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/11

£37

14/11

£56

Today

£37

16/11

£37

17/11

£40

18/11

No data

19/11

No data

20/11

£37

The cheapest trip from Rockhampton to Mackay was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £37

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

You can expect to pay from £37 to £73 for a bus ticket from Rockhampton to Mackay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £37, which is on 2025-11-20.