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14 h 17 min
1233 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Mackay to Mount Isa

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Cheapest
By car (1 233 km)
14 h 17 min
1233 km.
from $67
Other
Rideshare
14 h 17 min
1233 km.
from $16.08
Train
26 h 42 min
1004 km.
from $1597.48
Train, Bus
18 h 7 min
1004 km.
from $596.07
Bus, Plane
16 h 55 min
1005 km.
from $381.96
Bus
19 h 30 min
1004 km.
from $245.54
Bus via Bowen
20 h 30 min
1004 km.
from $158.22

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Mount
Ave. Duration:
6h 14m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$318.00–$953.99
Plane from Mackay to Cloncurry
Ave. Duration:
17h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$699.59

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Mount
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$699.59

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–$30.53
Bus from Mackay to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$49.61–$108.12

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.16–$52.15
Bus from Mackay to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.44–$35.62
Bus from Bowen to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.90–$31.80

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mackay to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.72–$969.08
Train from Townsville station to Mount
Ave. Duration:
20h 55m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$35.62–$2,555.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Mount Isa is to bus via Bowen which costs $108.70 - $250 and takes 20h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Mount Isa is to fly which takes 6h 28m and costs $184.78 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Mount Isa?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Mount Isa. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Mount Isa via Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Mackay and Mount Isa?

No, there is no direct train from Mackay to Mount Isa station. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Mount Isa station via Townsville station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 42m.

How far is it from Mackay to Mount Isa?

The distance between Mackay and Mount Isa is 1026 km. The road distance is 1237.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Mount Isa without a car is to train and bus which takes 18h 7m and costs $86.96 - $1032.61 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Mackay to Mount Isa, including transfers.

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

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

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

Mackay to Mount Isa train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Mackay station.

Train, bus or fly from Mackay to Mount Isa?

The best way to get from Mackay to Mount Isa is to fly which takes 6h 28m and costs $184.78 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $41.30 - $3152.17 and takes 26h 42m, you could also bus, which costs $108.70 - $282.61 and takes 19h 30m.

Where does the Mackay to Mount Isa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mackay to Mount Isa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mackay to Mount Isa?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Mount Isa is 1238 km. It takes approximately 14h 53m to drive from Mackay to Mount Isa.

Which airlines fly from Mackay Airport to Mount Isa Airport Airport?

Virgin Australia and Qantas offer flights from Mackay Airport to Mount Isa Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Mount Isa?

There are 25+ hotels available in Mount Isa. Prices start at $20.92 per night.
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