Is there a bus from Mackay to Airlie Beach?
Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Mackay to Airlie Beach once daily. Tickets cost $26 – $50 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.
How do I get from Mackay to Whitsundays?
There is no direct connection from Mackay to Whitsundays. However, you can take the bus to Airlie Beach, take the walk to Port of Airlie, take the ferry to Daydream Island, then take the travel to Whitsundays.
Is there public transport in Airlie Beach?
Airlie Beach has a bus station one minute from the city centre and a stones throw from the main beach. Local buses meet all flights and trains. Whitsunday Transit is the mainland’s major passenger transport service in the Whitsunday Region, providing over 70 services per day in the Whitsunday area.
What airport serves Airlie Beach?
Whitsunday Airport
Whitsunday Airport (Shute Harbour) is Airlie Beach’s local airport and incorporates a 1,410 metre asphalt runway with dual taxiway with full services of Avgas and Jet A1, as well as ample parking for visiting aircraft.
How do I get to Airlie Beach?
Getting To Airlie Beach
- By Air. Proserpine (Whitsunday Coast) Airport is serviced by all Australian domestic airlines Virgin, Qantas and Jetstar, each have daily flights as well as connecting flights from other destinations.
- By Road.
- By Bus.
- By Boat.
- By Train.
How much is the bus from Proserpine airport to Airlie?
Shuttle services are a cheap, stress-free way of getting from Whitsunday Coast Airport to Airlie Beach! Starting at around $20, the shuttles will take roughly 40 minutes and stop at various locations in Airlie.
What airport do you fly into for Airlie Beach?
Whitsunday Coastal Airport
The Whitsunday Coastal Airport, or Proserpine Airport (PPP) Proserpine Airport (PPP), located just 26 kilometres southwest of Airlie Beach is the closest airport if you are wanting to fly into the Whitsundays. Proserpine Airport has direct flights from major cities such as Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne.
How much is the bus in Airlie Beach?
Adult fares
| Zones | Adult single fare | Adult daily single fare |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3.10 | $6.20 |
| 2 | $3.70 | $7.40 |
| 3 | $4.80 | $9.60 |
| 4 | $6.00 | $12.00 |
Do you need a car at Airlie Beach?
In theory, you can manage in AIrlie Beach without a car,but getting to and from the main street may be difficult. Having said, that most tours do offer to pick up/drop off so you should be OK for daytrips etc. You would probably want to get a taxi back up the hill if you go out for dinner or shopping though.
