Daintree to Mackay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

418.2 miles 673.1 km · straight line
521.5 miles actual route 839.2 km · driving distance
11h 26min estimated drive time
AUD 98 - AUD 121 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
145° SE bearing direction

How far is Daintree from Mackay?

The distance from Daintree to Mackay is 418.2 miles (673.1 km) as the crow flies. Mackay is located SE of Daintree. By car, the driving distance is approximately 521.5 miles, taking about 11h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Daintree 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 Daintree to Mackay

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 26min AUD 98 - AUD 121 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 43min $42–$78* Budget
Train ~10h 52min $63–$183* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Daintree & Mackay

Quick Facts

Daintree
16.25°S, 145.42°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m 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 139 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 59.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM