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

The cheapest way to get from Kuranda to Mount Isa is to drive which costs $200 - $290 and takes 12h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuranda to Mount Isa is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs $490 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Kuranda and Mount Isa?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuranda to Mount Isa. However, there are services departing from Kuranda and arriving at Mount Isa via Cairns, Sturt Street and Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 43m.

How far is it from Kuranda to Mount Isa?

The distance between Kuranda and Mount Isa is 819 km. The road distance is 1103.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuranda to Mount Isa without a car is to bus via Townsville which takes 20h 43m and costs $180 - $400.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Kuranda to Mount Isa, including transfers.

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

Kuranda to Mount Isa bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Cairns station.

Train, bus or fly from Kuranda to Mount Isa?

The best way to get from Kuranda to Mount Isa is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs $490 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus via Townsville, which costs $180 - $400 and takes 20h 43m, you could also train, which costs $160 - $5,000 and takes 29h 51m.

Where does the Kuranda to Mount Isa bus arrive?

Kuranda to Mount Isa bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Kuranda to Mount Isa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuranda to Mount Isa is 1103 km. It takes approximately 12h 33m to drive from Kuranda to Mount Isa.

Where can I stay near Mount Isa?

There are 23+ hotels available in Mount Isa.

Kuranda to Mount Isa - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Kuranda to Mount Isa by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)plane CNS - ISA
2h 42m
$492–1,168
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Townsvilletrain Spirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Townsville station to Mount Isa stationtrain Inlander
29h 51m
$163–5,024
Bus via Townsville
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Townsvillebus Au050 / ...
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Mount Isabus Mount Isa
20h 43m
$189–400
Drive 1,103.3 km
1. Drive from Kuranda to Mount Isacar 1,103.3 km
12h 33m
$201–290
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Townsvillebus Pm19
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Mount Isabus Mount Isa
20h 50m
$198–399
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Townsvilletrain Spirit of Queensland
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Mount Isabus Mount Isa
21h 16m
$194–1,625

Kuranda to Mount Isa by bus and train

2Weekly Services

29h 51mAverage Duration

$163Cheapest Price

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Distance: 819.2 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

Regional Express and Qantas fly from Cairns (CNS) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kuranda to Mount Isa via Cairns Central Station, Cairns, Townsville, Sturt Street, and Townsville in around 20h 43m.

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