Mackay to Muswellbrook: Road Trip Guide & Distance

774.8 miles 1246.9 km · straight line
923 miles actual route 1485.5 km · driving distance
19h 7min estimated drive time
AUD 174 - AUD 214 estimated fuel cost
~2h 4min flight time
172° S bearing direction

How far is Mackay from Muswellbrook?

The distance from Mackay to Muswellbrook is 774.8 miles (1246.9 km) as the crow flies. Muswellbrook is located S of Mackay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 923 miles, taking about 19h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 4min. Both are located in Australia — Mackay in Queensland and Muswellbrook in New South Wales.

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 Muswellbrook. 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 Muswellbrook

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 7min AUD 174 - AUD 214 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 56min $74–$138* Budget
Train ~24h 51min $111–$323* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mackay & Muswellbrook

Quick Facts

Mackay
21.15°S, 149.17°E
Australia/Brisbane
11m elevation
Muswellbrook
32.26°S, 150.89°E
Australia/Sydney
164m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 258 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 65 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 32.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM