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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Victoria St | Airlie Beach | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria St | Airlie Beach | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria St | Airlie Beach | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:40 AM AEST.
Get from Mackay to Airlie Beach
The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Users have shared positive experiences regarding the friendly and skilled drivers, contributing to a pleasant journey. However, some noted that there was a minor delay in pick-up times and mentioned issues with toilet functionality on board. Overall, passengers appreciated the enjoyable drive despite these small inconveniences.
Greyhound Australia Mackay Airlie Beach recent customer reviews
I did like the trip and the only bad point was that I could not flash the toilet
Frank K.
Bus was a bit late getting to pick up. Driver friendly good driver. Nice drive.
Brad M.
Lovely friendly driver, very helpful but I’m only a short person and I found the leg room too little.
Peta K.
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.
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.
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.
Which bus companies service the Mackay to Airlie Beach route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Mackay to Airlie Beach was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $40To 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.
