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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Mount Isa is to train and bus which costs $390 - $1,200 and takes 2 days 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Mount Isa is to fly which takes 7h 33m and costs $550 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Mount Isa?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray station to Mount Isa. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Mount Isa via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, King George Square, 1c and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Mount Isa?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Mount Isa station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Mount Isa station via Southern Cross, Central Station, Roma Street and Townsville station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 20h.

How far is it from Footscray to Mount Isa?

The distance between Footscray and Mount Isa is 1995 km. The road distance is 2583.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Mount Isa without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 7h and costs $390 - $1,200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Footscray to Mount Isa, including transfers.

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

Footscray to Mount Isa bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

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

Footscray to Mount Isa train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Footscray to Mount Isa?

The best way to get from Footscray to Mount Isa is to fly which takes 7h 33m and costs $550 - $900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $250 - $9,500 and takes 2 days 20h, you could also bus via Brisbane, which costs $480 - $1,300 and takes 2 days 7h.

Where does the Footscray to Mount Isa bus arrive?

Footscray to Mount Isa bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Footscray and Mount Isa?

Mount Isa is 1h behind Footscray. It is currently 4:49 AM in Footscray and 3:49 AM in Mount Isa.

Where does the Footscray to Mount Isa train arrive?

Footscray to Mount Isa train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Footscray to Mount Isa?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Mount Isa is 2583 km. It takes approximately 27h 46m to drive from Footscray to Mount Isa.

Where can I stay near Mount Isa?

There are 27+ hotels available in Mount Isa.

Footscray to Mount Isa - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Footscray to Mount Isa by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly Melbourne Airport to Mount Isa Airport
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)MEL - ISA
7h 33m
$596–902
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Station622 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Station31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Townsville
4. Take the train from Townsville station to Mount Isa station
2d 20h
$256–9,106
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Station622 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Station31
3. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mount Isa
2d 7h
$390–1,156
Drive 2,583.3 km
1. Drive from Footscray to Mount Isa2,583.3 km
27h 46m
$502–726
Fly Avalon Airport to Mount Isa Airport
1. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)AVV - ISA
12h 6m
$456–1,652
Fly Melbourne Airport to Cloncurry Airport, bus
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cloncurry Airport (CNJ)MEL - CNJ
2. Take the bus from Cloncurry to Mount Isa
16h 46m
$574–1,296
Bus via Brisbane
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Station
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
3. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mount Isa
2d 7h
$480–1,235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane Roma Street
3. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mount Isa
2d 11h
$434–924

Footscray to Mount Isa by train and bus

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2d 7hAverage Duration

$390Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,994.6 km
Duration: 7h 33m

What companies run services between Footscray, VIC, Australia and Mount Isa, QLD, Australia?

Virgin Australia and Qantas fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Footscray Station to Mount Isa station via Southern Cross Station, Southern Cross, Central Station, Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Townsville, and Townsville station in around 2d 20h.

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