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

The cheapest way to get from Mount Isa to Rockhampton is to drive which costs $240 - $350 and takes 14h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mount Isa to Rockhampton is to fly which takes 5h 23m and costs $600 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Isa and Rockhampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Isa to Rockhampton. However, there are services departing from Mount Isa and arriving at Rockhampton via Barcaldine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Mount Isa and Rockhampton?

No, there is no direct train from Mount Isa station to Rockhampton. However, there are services departing from Mount Isa station and arriving at Rockhampton via Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 19m.

How far is it from Mount Isa to Rockhampton?

The distance between Mount Isa and Rockhampton is 1180 km. The road distance is 1332.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Mount Isa to Rockhampton without a car is to bus which takes 18h 58m and costs $200 - $450.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Mount Isa to Rockhampton, including transfers.

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

Mount Isa to Rockhampton bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mount Isa station.

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

Mount Isa to Rockhampton train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Mount Isa station.

Train, bus or fly from Mount Isa to Rockhampton?

The best way to get from Mount Isa to Rockhampton is to fly which takes 5h 23m and costs $600 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $200 - $450 and takes 18h 58m, you could also train, which costs $180 - $6,500 and takes 31h 19m.

Where does the Mount Isa to Rockhampton bus arrive?

Mount Isa to Rockhampton bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Barcaldine station.

Where does the Mount Isa to Rockhampton train arrive?

Mount Isa to Rockhampton train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Mount Isa to Rockhampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Isa to Rockhampton is 1332 km. It takes approximately 14h 55m to drive from Mount Isa to Rockhampton.

Where can I stay near Rockhampton?

There are 84+ hotels available in Rockhampton.

Mount Isa to Rockhampton - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Mount Isa to Rockhampton by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to Rockhampton (ROK)plane ISA - ROK
5h 23m
$624–978
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mount Isa to Barcaldinebus Brisbane
2. Take the train from Barcaldine to Rockhamptontrain Spirit of the Outback
23h 33m
$183–2,450
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Mount Isa to Barcaldinebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Barcaldine to Rockhamptonbus Rockhampton
18h 58m
$208–450
Drive 1,332.4 km
1. Drive from Mount Isa to Rockhamptoncar 1,332.4 km
14h 55m
$240–347
Train
1. Take the train from Mount Isa station to Townsville stationtrain Inlander
2. Take the train from Townsville to Rockhamptontrain Spirit of Queensland
31h 19m
$188–6,252

Mount Isa to Rockhampton by bus and foot (Greyhound)

2Weekly Services

18h 58mAverage Duration

$208Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mount Isa to Rockhampton.

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Distance: 1,179.8 km
Duration: 5h 23m

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

Virgin Australia and Qantas fly from Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to Rockhampton (ROK) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mount Isa to Rockhampton via Barcaldine and Barcaldine in around 18h 58m.

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