Mackay to Orange, New South Wales, Australia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

838.2 miles 1348.9 km · straight line
1000.7 miles actual route 1610.5 km · driving distance
20h 34min estimated drive time
AUD 188 - AUD 232 estimated fuel cost
~2h 11min flight time
180° S bearing direction

How far is Mackay from Orange, New South Wales, Australia?

The distance from Mackay to Orange, New South Wales, Australia is 838.2 miles (1348.9 km) as the crow flies. Orange, New South Wales, Australia is located S of Mackay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1000.7 miles, taking about 20h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 11min. Both are located in Australia — Mackay in Queensland and Orange, New South Wales, Australia 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 Orange, New South Wales, Australia. 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 Orange, New South Wales, Australia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 34min AUD 188 - AUD 232 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~24h 41min $80–$150* Budget
Train ~26h 44min $120–$350* Comfort

Quick Facts

Mackay
21.15°S, 149.17°E
Australia/Brisbane
11m elevation
Orange, New South Wales, Australia
33.28°S, 149.10°E
Australia/Sydney
868m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 279 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 70 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 29.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM