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Trip Overview

The average train between Sydney and Mount Isa takes 3d 7h and the fastest train takes 2d 19h. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Sydney to Mount Isa. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3d 7h
Duration
3,280 km
Distance
$663
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Sydney to Mount Isa train times

Trains run twice a week between Sydney and Mount Isa. The earliest departure is at 2:34 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Sydney is at 2:47 PM which arrives into Mount Isa at 9:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Roma Street Station and take an average of 3d 7h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    NSW TrainLink XPTQueensland Rail TravelQueensland Rail Travel2d 19h • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives +4 days

    NSW TrainLink XPTQueensland Rail TravelQueensland Rail Travel3d 20h • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sydney to Mount Isa? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Sydney to Mount Isa.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 3,279.6 km
  • Duration: 3d 7h

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Mount Isa, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Central Station to Mount Isa station via Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Townsville, and Townsville station in around 2d 7h.

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