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Airlie Adventure Tours

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Departure Times

Departs: 6am or 6pm - Daily (except Mondays)
Returns: 8am or 8pm - Daily (except Mondays)

Travel smoothly between Mackay and Airlie Beach via Proserpine!

  • Comfortable 2 hour bus journey
  • Travel from Airlie Beach to Mackay or vice versa
  • Every journey stops in Proserpine with access to Whitsunday Coast Airport
  • Complimentary bottled water and snacks on board
  • Private transfers available

THIS BUS SERVICE IS CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE. Please visit our AIRPORT TRANSFERS & CAR RENTALS page for alternative tours.

This is the most affordable and convenient way to travel between Mackay and Airlie Beach! Airlie Adventure Tours is a family-run business that offers a flexible and easy public transport option for those looking to get around the Whitsundays. Mackay is a beautiful rural town and Airlie Beach is the Gateway to the Whitsundays. This bus transfer allows travellers to swiftly travel between the two towns 7 days a week, with stopovers in Proserpine at the airport and the hospitals. 

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Features

  • Comfortable, spacious buses
  • Buses range from 8-12 seats
  • Professional, friendly service
  • 2-hour journey from Airlie Beach to Mackay or vice versa
  • Multiple convenient stops on the way
  • Stops at Whitsunday Coast Airport and downtown Proserpine
  • Complimentary bottled water and snacks on board
  • Air-conditioned buses with seatbelts for everyone
  • Family-run local business
  • Private transfers and charters available

Convenient for both tourists and locals alike, Airlie Adventure Tours offers a scenic journey through the Queensland countryside so you can reach your destination quickly and affordably. 

  • Airlie Beach to Mackay - departs at 6pm, arrives 8pm
  • Mackay to Airlie Beach - departs 6am, arrives 8am

Sample Itinerary

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Every departure between Airlie Beach and Mackay stops at Whitsunday Coast Airport and Proserpine on the way. Each bus journey is about 2 hours and includes complimentary bottled water and snacks. Below is the basic timetable for the daily bus routes, including departure points and the various stops made. 

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Buses from Airlie Beach to Mackay

Departs from Port of Airlie

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What To Bring

Just your bus ticket confirmation and your bags (please bring headphones if you will be listening to music to ensure the bus stays quiet and comfortable for all passengers). 

What's Included

  • 2-hour bus journey
  • Comfortable, spacious 8-12-seat bus with air-conditioning and seatbelts
  • Professional service
  • Complimentary water and snacks

What's Extra

  • $15 charge per bag if you have more than one large bag to be stored in the car...

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many bags can I bring on board?

Each passenger is allowed one large bag to be stored in the cargo compartment under the bus. Each bag must way 22kg or less. You can also keep a smaller bag on your lap or under the seat in front of you. 

Can I bring food or drinks on board?

You can't bring any food or drinks on board, unless you have special permission from the driver. Water and snacks are given out complimentary. Alcohol is strictly prohibited and must be stored in your luggage under the bus. 

Is there a discount for children?

Children ages 12 and under receive a child rate. Children must be traveling with an adult. 

Is there a discount for students?

Yes, you can book the student rate at checkout. You must have a valid student ID to present upon arrival. 

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