Armidale to Mackay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Armidale from Mackay?

The distance from Armidale to Mackay is 664.2 miles (1069 km) as the crow flies. Mackay is located NNW of Armidale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 811.9 miles, taking about 16h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. Both are located in Australia — Armidale in New South Wales and Mackay in Queensland.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Armidale and Mackay. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.