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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mount Isa to Melbourne

Composite routes from Mount Isa to Melbourne

Cheapest
28 h 14 min
Car
2588 km.
from $142
Other
2 d 19 h 44 min
1968 km.
from $2771
2 d 6 h 20 min
Bus, Train
1970 km.
from $312.15
9 h 58 min
Bus, Plane
1970 km.
from $429.59
11 h
Bus, Plane
1970 km.
from $321
2 d 9 h 37 min
1971 km.
from $647.05
3 d 6 h 53 min
Bus, Train
1970 km.
from $2508.51

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.00–$32.84

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.42–$56.84

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mount Isa to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
27h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$176.83–$429.45
Bus from Mount Isa to Cloncurry
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.95–$30.31
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$239.99
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$202.10

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Email:
info@skybus.com.au
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.52

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Mount Isa Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
9h 35m
Frequency:
Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$265.25–$821.01

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mount Isa Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
7h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$277.88–$884.17
Plane from Mount Isa Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
9h 56m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$265.25–$1,199.94
Plane from Cloncurry Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$517.87

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mount Isa Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
6h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$189.46–$581.03

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.47–$176.83

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mount Isa station to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
20h 40m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$35.37–$2,537.53
Train from Townsville to Roma
Ave. Duration:
19h 4m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$48.00–$3,407.06

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 Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,435.13–$3,157.67

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mount Isa to Melbourne is to bus and train via Sydney which costs $195.65 - $597.83 and takes 2 days 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Mount Isa to Melbourne is to fly which takes 6h 38m and costs $184.78 - $532.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Mount Isa and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Isa to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Mount Isa and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 9h.

Is there a direct train between Mount Isa and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Mount Isa station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Mount Isa station and arriving at Southern Cross via Townsville, Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 19h.

Is there a direct flight between Mount Isa and Melbourne?

There are no direct flights between Mount Isa and Melbourne. The fastest has 1 change and takes 6h and costs $163.04 - $500 .

How far is it from Mount Isa to Melbourne?

The distance between Mount Isa and Melbourne is 1991 km. The road distance is 2593.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mount Isa to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train via Sydney which takes 2 days 6h and costs $195.65 - $597.83 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Mount Isa to Melbourne, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Mount Isa to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Mount Isa to Melbourne is to fly which takes 6h 38m and costs $184.78 - $532.61 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $119.57 - $5326.09 and takes 2 days 19h, you could also bus, which costs $271.74 - $760.87 and takes 2 days 9h.

Where does the Mount Isa to Melbourne bus arrive?

Mount Isa to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Mount Isa and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h ahead of Mount Isa. It is currently 18:23 in Mount Isa and 19:23 in Melbourne.

Where does the Mount Isa to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mount Isa to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Isa to Melbourne is 2594 km. It takes approximately 28h 15m to drive from Mount Isa to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4484+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $74.70 per night.
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