Dubbo to Mackay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dubbo from Mackay?

The distance from Dubbo to Mackay is 767 miles (1234.4 km) as the crow flies. Mackay is located N of Dubbo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 914.9 miles, taking about 18h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 3min. Both are located in Australia — Dubbo 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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. 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 Dubbo 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.