Located half way between Brisbane and Cairns along the Queensland coast, Mackay is linked to the rest of the State by a comprehensive network of rail, road, sea and air services which makes getting here and around super easy and inexpensive! Virgin Australia, Qantas and Jetstar all fly direct from Brisbane to Mackay daily. Virgin Australia offer direct flights from Sydney, and Jetstar and Qantas can connect from any other major Australian or International city. QantasLink air services connect with Gladstone, Rockhampton, Townsville and Cairns.
If you are more comfortable travelling by rail or road, Traveltrain Holidays offer six weekly rail services to Mackay from Brisbane to Cairns. Frequent McCaffertys/Greyhound and Premier Coaches service Mackay from throughout Queensland and daily bus services also operate between Mackay and Emerald, via Nebo, Moranbah and Clermont. For those holiday-makers embarking on a self-drive adventure, Brisbane to Mackay is approximately 11 hours drive and Cairns to Mackay is roughly 8 hours.
Once you arrive in Mackay, most major car, 4WD and campervan hire services are available from locations throughout the region and at the Mackay Airport! Mackay Transit Coaches operate urban services around Mackay from Monday to Saturday. Mackay Transit Coaches can also arrange group airport transfers and local scenic tours! Taxis are readily available with taxi ranks situated at the airport and in the city centre, or phone 131 008.