Gympie to Mackay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

412.4 miles 663.7 km · straight line
496.3 miles actual route 798.7 km · driving distance
10h 17min estimated drive time
AUD 93 - AUD 115 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
327° NNW bearing direction

How far is Gympie from Mackay?

The distance from Gympie to Mackay is 412.4 miles (663.7 km) as the crow flies. Mackay is located NNW of Gympie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 496.3 miles, taking about 10h 17min. 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. 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 Gympie 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 Gympie to Mackay

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 17min AUD 93 - AUD 115 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 20min $40–$74* Budget
Train ~9h 46min $60–$174* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gympie & Mackay

Quick Facts

Gympie
26.19°S, 152.66°E
Australia/Brisbane
69m 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 137 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 60.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM