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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Alice Springs to Mount Isa

Composite routes from Alice Springs to Mount Isa

Cheapest
10 h 43 min
Car
1168 km.
from $64
Other
3 d 14 h 27 min
665 km.
from $939.46
4 d 9 h 41 min
Bus, Train
664 km.
from $2277.59
4 d 13 h 21 min
Train, Bus
663 km.
from $3950.71

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Mount
Ave. Duration:
19h 17m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$413.04–$1,739.13

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Mount
Ave. Duration:
18h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday
Estimated price:
$413.04–$1,195.65

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Mount
Ave. Duration:
19h 15m
Frequency:
Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$467.39–$1,304.35

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
19h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$130.43–$315.22
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.17–$119.57
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65
Bus from Brisbane to Mount
Ave. Duration:
26h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$152.17–$391.30

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury
Ave. Duration:
14h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.15–$40.22

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Adelaide to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2d 8h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,364.36–$3,357.93

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
23h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$303.03–$611.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Alice Springs to Mount Isa?

The cheapest way to get from Alice Springs to Mount Isa is to drive which costs $141.30 - $217.39 and takes 10h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alice Springs to Mount Isa?

The fastest way to get from Alice Springs to Mount Isa is to drive which takes 10h 43m and costs $141.30 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Alice Springs and Mount Isa?

No, there is no direct bus from Alice Springs to Mount Isa. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Mount Isa via 85 Franklin St, Albury station, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 14h.

How far is it from Alice Springs to Mount Isa?

The distance between Alice Springs and Mount Isa is 696 km. The road distance is 1168.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Mount Isa without a car is to bus which takes 3 days 14h and costs $402.17 - $1086.96 .

How long does it take to get from Alice Springs to Mount Isa?

It takes approximately 18h 53m to get from Alice Springs to Mount Isa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alice Springs to Mount Isa bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Alice Springs to Mount Isa?

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Mount Isa is to fly which takes 18h 53m and costs $445.65 - $1304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $402.17 - $1086.96 and takes 3 days 14h.

Where does the Alice Springs to Mount Isa bus arrive?

Alice Springs to Mount Isa bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Alice Springs and Mount Isa?

Mount Isa is 30 min ahead of Alice Springs. It is currently 13:53 in Alice Springs and 14:23 in Mount Isa.

Can I drive from Alice Springs to Mount Isa?

Yes, the driving distance between Alice Springs to Mount Isa is 1169 km. It takes approximately 10h 43m to drive from Alice Springs 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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