How to travel from Mackay to Orange, Australia

The distance between Mackay and Orange is around 1,589km (987 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 10m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Mackay to Orange by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Orange (OAG).

  • Duration4h 10m
  • Flight time3h 30m
  • Typical cost
    A$500($335)
Operated by

Virgin Australia

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2 similiar routes

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Bus

Take the bus to Brisbane then Sydney and then to Orange.

  • Duration1 day 12h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    A$370($250)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Brisbane Roma Street and then to Strathfield Station then take the bus to Orange.

  • Duration1 day 7h
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    A$280($190)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Orange.

  • Duration19h 30m
  • Distance1,619km (1,006 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mackay and Orange

There are several options for getting from Mackay to Orange by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around A$280 ($190) and will take around 1 day 7h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$500 ($335).

The distance between Mackay and Orange is around 1,589km (987 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,350km (839 miles)

It takes around 4h 10m to get from Mackay and Orange by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 19h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Mackay to Orange is to fly which takes around 4h 10m and will set you back approx A$500 ($335).

The cheapest way to travel between Mackay and Orange, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around A$280 ($190) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Mackay and Orange. We recommend that you fly from Mackay (MKY) to Orange (OAG). instead which will take 4h 10m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Mackay and Orange. It typically takes around 1 day 12h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Mackay to Orange. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Brisbane, King George Square 2A and Sydney. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 12h.

Premier Motor Service, Greyhound Australia and Australia Wide Coaches run regular bus services between Mackay and Orange. Buses run once daily and take around 1 day 12h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Mackay and Orange. Flights depart from Mackay (MKY) and arrive at Orange (OAG) - via Brisbane (BNE). The flight takes around 3h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Mackay to Orange. There is however a flight that goes via Brisbane (BNE). This services will take at least 4h 10m (not including layover time).

The flight from Mackay to Orange typically takes around 3h 30m. Flights depart from Mackay (MKY) and and arrive into Orange (OAG).

The closest major airport to Orange is Orange Airport (OAG) (OAG) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Orange. Sydney Airport (SYD) (SYD) and Canberra International Airport (CBR) (CBR) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Mackay and Orange. The distance is around 1,619km (1,006 miles) by road and it will take around 19h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mackay to Orange is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 10m and will usually cost around A$500 ($335).

How do I get from Mackay to Orange

Compare travel optionsbetween Mackay and Orange

Transport options from Mackay to Orange
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
4h 10m
A$500($335)
every 4 hours1,589km (987 miles)
Plane and Train5h 30m
A$480($325)
twice daily1,647km (1,023 miles)
Bus and Plane6h 35m
A$485($325)
once daily1,929km (1,199 miles)
Bus
1 day 12h
A$370($250)
once daily2,434km (1,513 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 7h
A$280($190)
5 times a week2,162km (1,344 miles)
Drive
19h 30m
A$305($205)
on demand1,619km (1,006 miles)

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Airports near Orange

The following major airports near Orange offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.

OAG
Orange Airport (OAG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Orange
SYD
Sydney Airport (SYD)
International Airport
Distance
206km (128 miles) from Orange
CBR
Canberra International Airport (CBR)
International Airport
Distance
225km (140 miles) from Orange