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Cairns to Mount Isa

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13 h 32 min
1167 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Cairns to Mount Isa

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Cheapest
By car (1 167 km)
13 h 32 min
1167 km.
from $64
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Rideshare
13 h 32 min
1167 km.
from $15.22
Train
27 h 56 min
782 km.
from $1578.50
Bus
18 h 30 min
782 km.
from $245.85
Bus via Cairns Central Station
18 h 55 min
782 km.
from $155.07
Train, Bus
19 h 26 min
782 km.
from $576.07

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Mount
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Friday
Estimated price:
$292.56–$953.99

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Mount
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$546.95

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$44.52–$95.40
Bus from Townsville to Mount
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$89.04–$216.24

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$48.34

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.72–$923.43
Train from Townsville station to Mount
Ave. Duration:
20h 55m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$36.89–$2,662.77

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Mount Isa?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Mount Isa is to bus via Cairns Central Station which costs $103.26 - $228.26 and takes 18h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Mount Isa?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Mount Isa is to fly which takes 3h 38m and costs $163.04 - $489.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Mount Isa?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns to Mount Isa. However, there are services departing from Cairns and arriving at Mount Isa via Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Mount Isa?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Mount Isa station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Mount Isa station via Townsville station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 56m.

How far is it from Cairns to Mount Isa?

The distance between Cairns and Mount Isa is 797 km. The road distance is 1166 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Mount Isa without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Mount Isa without a car is to bus which takes 18h 30m and costs $108.70 - $271.74 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Mount Isa?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Cairns to Mount Isa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Mount Isa bus from?

Cairns to Mount Isa bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Cairns station.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Mount Isa train from?

Cairns to Mount Isa train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Mount Isa?

The best way to get from Cairns to Mount Isa is to fly which takes 3h 38m and costs $163.04 - $489.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $271.74 and takes 18h 30m, you could also train, which costs $42.39 - $3152.17 and takes 27h 56m.

Where does the Cairns to Mount Isa bus arrive?

Cairns to Mount Isa bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Where does the Cairns to Mount Isa train arrive?

Cairns to Mount Isa train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Mount Isa?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Mount Isa is 1166 km. It takes approximately 13h 30m to drive from Cairns to Mount Isa.

Where can I stay near Mount Isa?

There are 25+ hotels available in Mount Isa. Prices start at $21.80 per night.
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