Kakadu to Mackay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kakadu from Mackay?

The distance from Kakadu to Mackay is 1221.4 miles (1965.6 km) as the crow flies. Mackay is located ESE of Kakadu. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1740.4 miles, taking about 33h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 57min. Both are located in Australia — Kakadu in Northern Territory 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 East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Kakadu 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.