Bus Mackay to Brisbane: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Mackay to Brisbane

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Mackay to Brisbane from various bus operators like Greyhound Australia for the next days.

today

$251

tomorrow

Sunday

$253

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

$254

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Australia	18h 45m	2:15 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	9:00 AM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$251	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/5/2025 2:15:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $251 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Greyhound Australia	22h 45m	2:15 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	1:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$268	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/5/2025 2:15:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $268 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 45m
Greyhound Australia	17h 35m	7:25 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	1:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$288	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/5/2025 7:25:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $288 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 35m
Greyhound Australia	18h 30m	11:00 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	5:30 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$288	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/5/2025 11:00:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $288 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
Greyhound Australia	22h 5m	7:25 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	5:30 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$293	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/5/2025 7:25:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $293 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Mackay to Brisbane via Rockhampton, you can save more than $78? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- 12Go Asia
  
  18h 45m
  
  0
  
  2:15 PM
  
  Mackay
  Bus Station
  
  6:45 PM
  
  Rockhampton
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $47
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/7/2025 2:15:00 PM to Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
- 12Go Asia
  
  13h 45m
  
  0
  
  7:15 PM
  
  Rockhampton
  Central Station
  
  9:00 AM
  
  Brisbane
  Roma St Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $126
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/7/2025 7:15:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
Travel time is 1h 10m longer, but you will save $78

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Australia	18h 45m	2:15 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	9:00 AM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$253	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/7/2025 2:15:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $253 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Greyhound Australia	18h 30m	11:00 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	5:30 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$253	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/7/2025 11:00:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/8/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $253 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
Greyhound Australia	22h 45m	2:15 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	1:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$270	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/7/2025 2:15:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $270 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 45m
Greyhound Australia	17h 35m	7:25 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	1:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$291	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/7/2025 7:25:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $291 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 35m
Greyhound Australia	22h 5m	7:25 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	5:30 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$295	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/7/2025 7:25:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/8/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $295 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Mackay to Brisbane via Rockhampton, you can save more than $80? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- 12Go Asia
  
  18h 45m
  
  0
  
  2:15 PM
  
  Mackay
  Bus Station
  
  6:45 PM
  
  Rockhampton
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $47
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/7/2025 2:15:00 PM to Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
- 12Go Asia
  
  13h 45m
  
  0
  
  7:15 PM
  
  Rockhampton
  Central Station
  
  9:00 AM
  
  Brisbane
  Roma St Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $126
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/7/2025 7:15:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
Travel time is 1h 10m longer, but you will save $80

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Australia	18h 45m	2:15 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	9:00 AM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$254	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/10/2025 2:15:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/11/2025 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $254 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Greyhound Australia	18h 30m	11:00 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	5:30 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$254	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/10/2025 11:00:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/11/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $254 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
Greyhound Australia	22h 5m	7:25 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	5:30 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$264	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/10/2025 7:25:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/11/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $264 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 5m
Greyhound Australia	22h 45m	2:15 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	1:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$271	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/10/2025 2:15:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/11/2025 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $271 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 45m
Greyhound Australia	17h 35m	7:25 PM	Mackay	Bus Station	1:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	Economy	$292	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/10/2025 7:25:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/11/2025 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $292 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 35m

Did you know that if you travel from Mackay to Brisbane via Rockhampton, you can save more than $120? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- 12Go Asia
  
  18h 45m
  
  0
  
  2:15 PM
  
  Mackay
  Bus Station
  
  6:45 PM
  
  Rockhampton
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $72
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 12/10/2025 2:15:00 PM to Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 12/10/2025 6:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
- 12Go Asia
  
  13h 45m
  
  0
  
  7:15 PM
  
  Rockhampton
  Central Station
  
  9:00 AM
  
  Brisbane
  Roma St Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $62
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) at 12/10/2025 7:15:00 PM to Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) arriving at 12/11/2025 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
Travel time is 1h 10m longer, but you will save $120

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Mackay to Brisbane is $106 on 12/2/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Mackay and Brisbane

See here how frequent the connections between Mackay and Brisbane are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Mackay to Brisbane. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Mackay and Brisbane.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 9 buses from Mackay to Brisbane, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Mackay and Brisbane, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Mackay to Brisbane

Compare all providers like Greyhound Australia that travel 5 times every day by bus from Mackay to Brisbane in one click! Book your bus ticket from Mackay to Brisbane starting from $106!

Cheapest Bus	$106
Fastest Bus	17h 35m
Earliest Bus	2:15 PM
Latest Bus	11:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	499.6 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound Australia

Cheapest bus connections from Mackay to Brisbane

Every day, 5 buses from 1 bus companies leave Mackay for Brisbane: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$110

Saturday 12/06

Sunday 12/07

$111

Monday 12/08

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$111

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

$110

Monday 12/15

$110

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

$110

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

$109

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Mackay to Brisbane

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Mackay to Brisbane, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $109, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Mackay to Brisbane. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $110.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Mackay to Brisbane, with $251. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $253.

How to save money travelling from Mackay to Brisbane

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Mackay to Brisbane in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Mackay to Brisbane, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Mackay to Brisbane are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Mackay and Brisbane

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Mackay and Brisbane.

Bus Station

Victoria Street 30

Macalister St near Gordon St hail 'n' ride Bus Stop

Macalister St near Gordon St hail 'n' ride Macalister St near Gordon St hail 'n' ride

Roma St Bus Station

Roma Street, Brisbane Transit Centre 151

Park Road Railway Station

Wooloowin Station

Altandi Station

Fortitude Valley

Service and Comfort on the bus from Mackay to Brisbane

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Mackay to Brisbane? Or which bus companies serve the route Mackay to Brisbane? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Mackay to Brisbane bus

How much does a Mackay Brisbane bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $106 and takes 18h 45m to reach Brisbane. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Mackay to Brisbane?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $106 and $295. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Brisbane.

On average, how many connections are available from Mackay to Brisbane each day?

Every day, the Mackay to Brisbane bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Mackay to Brisbane take?

The fastest bus from Mackay to Brisbane is offered by Greyhound Australia and takes 17h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $288. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Mackay to Brisbane?

The earliest bus arriving in Brisbane from Mackay starts at 2:15 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Mackay to Brisbane?

The latest bus trip departing from Mackay for Brisbane starts at 11:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Mackay Brisbane route?

When traveling by bus from Mackay to Brisbane, passengers can travel with Greyhound Australia. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Brisbane?

You can check all the direct connections between Mackay and Brisbane by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound Australia.

What can I take with me on the Mackay to Brisbane bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Mackay Brisbane bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Mackay Brisbane bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Mackay to Brisbane on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Mackay to Brisbane

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Mackay and to Brisbane

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Mackay and to Brisbane. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!