Caboolture to Mackay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

474.2 miles 763.1 km · straight line
570.6 miles actual route 918.3 km · driving distance
11h 38min estimated drive time
AUD 107 - AUD 132 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
329° NNW bearing direction

How far is Caboolture from Mackay?

The distance from Caboolture to Mackay is 474.2 miles (763.1 km) as the crow flies. Mackay is located NNW of Caboolture. By car, the driving distance is approximately 570.6 miles, taking about 11h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. 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 Caboolture 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 Caboolture to Mackay

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 38min AUD 107 - AUD 132 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 58min $46–$86* Budget
Train ~11h 3min $68–$200* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Caboolture & Mackay

Quick Facts

Caboolture
27.08°S, 152.95°E
Australia/Brisbane
21m 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 158 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM