What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns is to drive which costs $210 - $320 and takes 12h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $400 - $1,100.

Is there a direct train between Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Mount Isa station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 27m.

How far is it from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns?

The distance between Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure and Cairns is 797 km. The road distance is 1101.7 km.

Where do I catch the Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns train from?

Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Mount Isa station.

Train, bus or fly from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns?

The best way to get from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $400 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $390 and takes 18h 36m, you could also train, which costs $65 - $5,000 and takes 28h 27m.

Where does the Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns train arrive?

Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns is 1102 km. It takes approximately 12h 46m to drive from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

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Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns

Q: How long does it take to get from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns, including transfers.

There are 4 ways to get from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to Cairns (CNS)ISA - CNS
3h 27m
$406–1,031
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mount Isa station to Townsville stationInlander
2. Take the train from Townsville to Cairns Central StationSpirit of Queensland
28h 27m
$69–4,952
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mount Isa to TownsvilleTownsville
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Cairns Central StationPm16
18h 36m
$192–390
Drive 1,101.7 km
1. Drive from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns1,101.7 km
12h 46m
$217–313

Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to Cairns (CNS) flights

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3h 45mAverage Duration

$332Cheapest Price

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Distance: 796.9 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure, QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Regional Express and Qantas fly from Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to Cairns (CNS) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Mount Isa Mine Early Infrastructure to Cairns Central Station via Mount Isa and Townsville in around 18h 36m.

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