Mackay to Newcastle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mackay from Newcastle?

The distance from Mackay to Newcastle is 829.3 miles (1334.6 km) as the crow flies. Newcastle is located S of Mackay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1001.1 miles, taking about 20h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 10min. Both are located in Australia — Mackay in Queensland and Newcastle 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 Newcastle. 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.