Hervey Bay to Mackay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

365.8 miles 588.7 km · straight line
443.3 miles actual route 713.4 km · driving distance
9h 10min estimated drive time
AUD 83 - AUD 103 estimated fuel cost
~1h 14min flight time
321° NW bearing direction

How far is Hervey Bay from Mackay?

The distance from Hervey Bay to Mackay is 365.8 miles (588.7 km) as the crow flies. Mackay is located NW of Hervey Bay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 443.3 miles, taking about 9h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. 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 Hervey Bay 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 Hervey Bay to Mackay

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 10min AUD 83 - AUD 103 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 14min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 0min $35–$66* Budget
Train ~8h 43min $53–$155* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hervey Bay & Mackay

Quick Facts

Hervey Bay
25.29°S, 152.77°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 122 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 68.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM