Bus from Mackay to Airlie Beach: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mackay to Airlie Beach on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound AustraliaBus
Victoria St
Airlie BeachCheapest
Greyhound AustraliaBus
Victoria St
Airlie BeachFastest
Greyhound AustraliaBus
Victoria St
Airlie BeachNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:40 AM AEST.

Get from Mackay to Airlie Beach

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
2hAverage Duration
109 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions

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

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Mackay to Airlie Beach?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Mackay to Airlie Beach start from $42. The average price for this route is around $64. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Mackay to Airlie Beach?

    The average bus travel time from Mackay to Airlie Beach is 2h, covering a distance of 109 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h and is operated by Greyhound Australia.

  3. Which bus companies service the Mackay to Airlie Beach route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mackay to Airlie Beach?

    The earliest bus departs from Mackay to Airlie Beach at 2:55am. And the latest bus departs at 7:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mackay to Airlie Beach?

    A bus trip from Mackay to Airlie Beach generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option 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.

Best price found
11-28
$67
11-29
$67
Today
$53
12-01
$67
12-02
$41
12-03
$40
12-04
$40
12-05
$49
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mackay to Airlie Beach was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $237 for a bus ticket from Mackay to Airlie Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-12-03.

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