Mackay to Toowoomba: Road Trip Guide & Distance

476.2 miles 766.3 km · straight line
602.9 miles actual route 970.3 km · driving distance
12h 39min estimated drive time
AUD 114 - AUD 140 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
159° SSE bearing direction

How far is Mackay from Toowoomba?

The distance from Mackay to Toowoomba is 476.2 miles (766.3 km) as the crow flies. Toowoomba is located SSE of Mackay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 602.9 miles, taking about 12h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in Australia.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mackay and Toowoomba. 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 Toowoomba

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 39min AUD 114 - AUD 140 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 11min $48–$90* Budget
Train ~12h 1min $72–$211* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Mackay & Toowoomba

Quick Facts

Mackay
21.15°S, 149.17°E
Australia/Brisbane
11m elevation
Toowoomba
27.56°S, 151.95°E
Australia/Brisbane
599m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 159 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM