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16 h 20 min
1396 km.
from $76
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Seven ways to Travel from Cooktown to Mount Isa

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Cheapest
By car (1 396 km)
16 h 20 min
1396 km.
from $76
Other
Rideshare
16 h 20 min
1396 km.
from $18.21
Bus, Train (Bus)
33 h 26 min
842 km.
from $286.63
Bus
24 h 25 min
843 km.
from $293.54
Bus, Plane (Bus to Cairns)
9 h 27 min
842 km.
from $363.37
Bus, Plane (Fly Cooktown Airport to Cloncurry Airport)
19 h 4 min
842 km.
from $296.49
Bus, Train (Bus)
24 h 56 min
842 km.
from $233.59

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Mount
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Friday
Estimated price:
$279.84–$890.39
Plane from Cairns to Mount
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Friday
Estimated price:
$292.56–$953.99
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Cloncurry
Ave. Duration:
17h 15m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$572.39

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 Townsville to Mount
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$89.04–$216.24
Bus from Cloncurry to Mount
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.08–$31.80

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cooktown to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$50.88–$76.32
Bus from Cooktown to Smithfield
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$48.34–$69.96

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 Cooktown to Mount Isa?

The cheapest way to get from Cooktown to Mount Isa is to bus which costs $141.30 - $293.48 and takes 24h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cooktown to Mount Isa is to fly which takes 6h 27m and costs $282.61 - $869.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Cooktown and Mount Isa?

No, there is no direct bus from Cooktown to Mount Isa. However, there are services departing from Cooktown and arriving at Mount Isa via Cairns Central Station and Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 25m.

How far is it from Cooktown to Mount Isa?

The distance between Cooktown and Mount Isa is 857 km. The road distance is 1396 km.

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

The best way to get from Cooktown to Mount Isa without a car is to bus which takes 24h 25m and costs $141.30 - $293.48 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Cooktown to Mount Isa, including transfers.

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

Cooktown to Mount Isa bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Cooktown station.

Train, bus or fly from Cooktown to Mount Isa?

The best way to get from Cooktown to Mount Isa is to fly which takes 6h 27m and costs $282.61 - $869.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $141.30 - $293.48 and takes 24h 25m. There are no good options to train between Cooktown to Mount Isa.

Where does the Cooktown to Mount Isa bus arrive?

Cooktown to Mount Isa bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cairns station.

Can I drive from Cooktown to Mount Isa?

Yes, the driving distance between Cooktown to Mount Isa is 1396 km. It takes approximately 16h 21m to drive from Cooktown 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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