How much is the bus ticket from Rockhampton to Mackay?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rockhampton to Mackay start from $49. The average price for this route is around $60. 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 Rockhampton to Mackay?

The average bus trip duration from Rockhampton to Mackay is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 176 miles (284 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Greyhound Australia .

Which bus companies service the Rockhampton to Mackay route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockhampton to Mackay?

The earliest bus departs from Rockhampton to Mackay at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockhampton to Mackay?

A bus trip from Rockhampton to Mackay generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Rockhampton to Mackay from $47 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rockhampton to Mackay on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:20pm	Rockhampton	4h 35m	2:55am	Victoria St	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:20pm	Rockhampton	4h 35m	2:55am	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	10:20pm	Rockhampton	4h 35m	2:55am	Victoria St	No tags

Next departures for Rockhampton to Mackay on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:20pm	Rockhampton	4h 35m	2:55am	Victoria St	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	Rockhampton	4h 10m	6:10am	Victoria St	Fastest
Bus	3:20am	Rockhampton	4h 30m	7:50am	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	10:20pm	Rockhampton	4h 35m	2:55am	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	10:20pm	Rockhampton	4h 35m	2:55am	Victoria St	No tags

Next departures for Rockhampton to Mackay on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:20pm	Rockhampton	4h 35m	2:55am	Victoria St	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	Rockhampton	4h 10m	6:10am	Victoria St	Fastest
Bus	3:20am	Rockhampton	4h 30m	7:50am	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	10:20pm	Rockhampton	4h 35m	2:55am	Victoria St	No tags
Bus	10:20pm	Rockhampton	4h 35m	2:55am	Victoria St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 10:13 AM 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 $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

4h 30mAverage Duration

176 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound Australia

4/52,383 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

According to 12 reviews, Greyhound Australia received a 4-star rating for this journey. Travelers 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 $49

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.

March 21, 2020

All good service.

Adrianna L.

March 1, 2022

Kindest bus driver highly recommend this bus service

Corrina G.

September 7, 2019

AU bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rockhampton 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 Rockhampton to Mackay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rockhampton to Mackay start from $49. The average price for this route is around $60. 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 Rockhampton to Mackay?
The average bus trip duration from Rockhampton to Mackay is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 176 miles (284 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Rockhampton to Mackay route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockhampton to Mackay?
The earliest bus departs from Rockhampton to Mackay at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockhampton to Mackay?
A bus trip from Rockhampton to Mackay generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/08

$77

12/09

$50

Today

$50

12/11

$50

12/12

$47

12/13

$50

12/14

$50

12/15

$50

The cheapest trip from Rockhampton to Mackay was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $47

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 $47 to $96 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 $47 which is on 2025-12-12.