Bundaberg to Mackay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

326.7 miles 525.8 km · straight line
384.6 miles actual route 619 km · driving distance
7h 58min estimated drive time
AUD 72 - AUD 89 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
321° NW bearing direction

How far is Bundaberg from Mackay?

The distance from Bundaberg to Mackay is 326.7 miles (525.8 km) as the crow flies. Mackay is located NW of Bundaberg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 384.6 miles, taking about 7h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bundaberg 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.

How to Get from Bundaberg to Mackay

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 58min AUD 72 - AUD 89 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 34min $31–$58* Budget
Train ~7h 34min $46–$135* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bundaberg & Mackay

Quick Facts

Bundaberg
24.87°S, 152.35°E
Australia/Brisbane
17m elevation
Mackay
21.15°S, 149.17°E
Australia/Brisbane
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 109 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 76.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM