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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Mount Isa is to drive which costs $490 - $750 and takes 31h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Mount Isa is to shuttle and fly which takes 7h 48m and costs $600 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Mount Isa?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Mount Isa. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Mount Isa via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, King George Square, 1c and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 8h.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Mount Isa?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to Mount Isa station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at Mount Isa station via Southern Cross, Strathfield Station, Roma Street and Townsville station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 21h.

How far is it from Geelong to Mount Isa?

The distance between Geelong and Mount Isa is 2049 km. The road distance is 2502.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Mount Isa without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 7h and costs $380 - $1,200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Geelong to Mount Isa, including transfers.

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

Geelong to Mount Isa bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

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

Geelong to Mount Isa train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Geelong Station.

Train or bus from Geelong to Mount Isa?

The best way to get from Geelong to Mount Isa is to train which takes 2 days 21h and costs $250 - $9,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 8h.

Where does the Geelong to Mount Isa bus arrive?

Geelong to Mount Isa bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

What is the time difference between Geelong and Mount Isa?

Mount Isa is 1h behind Geelong. It is currently 4:35 PM in Geelong and 3:35 PM in Mount Isa.

Where does the Geelong to Mount Isa train arrive?

Geelong to Mount Isa train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Geelong to Mount Isa?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Mount Isa is 2503 km. It takes approximately 31h 26m to drive from Geelong to Mount Isa.

Where can I stay near Mount Isa?

There are 27+ hotels available in Mount Isa.

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

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

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Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Mount Isa Airport
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)MEL - ISA
7h 48m
$612–1,017
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Strathfield Station622 / ...
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Roma Street Station31
4. Take the train from Roma Street to Townsville
5. Take the train from Townsville station to Mount Isa station
2d 21h
$252–9,109
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Strathfield Station622 / ...
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Roma Street Station31
4. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mount Isa
2d 7h
$387–1,159
Drive 2,502.8 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Mount Isa2,502.8 km
31h 26m
$492–710
Train to Avalon Airport, fly to Mount Isa Airport
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Wyndham Vale Station
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)AVV - ISA
12h 25m
$553–1,460
Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Cloncurry Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cloncurry Airport (CNJ)MEL - CNJ
3. Take the bus from Cloncurry to Mount Isa
17h
$639–1,312
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
4. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mount Isa
2d 8h
Train, bus via Cabramatta
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpool
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane Roma Street
4. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mount Isa
2d 11h
$476–946

Geelong to Mount Isa by train and bus

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2d 7hAverage Duration

$387Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,048.7 km
Duration: 7h 48m

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

You can take a train from Geelong Station to Mount Isa station via Southern Cross, Strathfield Station, Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Townsville, and Townsville station in around 2d 21h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Mount Isa via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Brisbane, King George Square, 1c, Roma Street busway, platform 1, and Brisbane in around 2d 8h.

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