Mackay to Mornington Peninsula: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1214.4 miles 1954.4 km · straight line
1475.3 miles actual route 2374.2 km · driving distance
30h 4min estimated drive time
AUD 278 - AUD 342 estimated fuel cost
~2h 57min flight time
191° S bearing direction

How far is Mackay from Mornington Peninsula?

The distance from Mackay to Mornington Peninsula is 1214.4 miles (1954.4 km) as the crow flies. Mornington Peninsula is located S of Mackay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1475.3 miles, taking about 30h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 57min. Both are located in Australia — Mackay in Queensland and Mornington Peninsula in Victoria.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. 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 Mackay and Mornington Peninsula. 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 Mackay to Mornington Peninsula

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 30h 4min AUD 278 - AUD 342 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~36h 5min $118–$221* Budget
Train ~39h 5min $177–$516* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mackay & Mornington Peninsula

Quick Facts

Mackay
21.15°S, 149.17°E
Australia/Brisbane
11m elevation
Mornington Peninsula
38.35°S, 144.95°E
Australia/Melbourne
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 405 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 101 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 20.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM