What is the cheapest way to get from Port Augusta to Mount Isa?

The cheapest way to get from Port Augusta to Mount Isa is to drive which costs $300 - $450 and takes 20h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Augusta to Mount Isa?

The fastest way to get from Port Augusta to Mount Isa is to bus and fly which takes 11h 14m and costs $1,000 - $2,900.

Is there a direct bus between Port Augusta and Mount Isa?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Augusta to Mount Isa. However, there are services departing from Port Augusta and arriving at Mount Isa via 85 Franklin St, Albury, Central Station, King George Square, 1c and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 23h.

How far is it from Port Augusta to Mount Isa?

The distance between Port Augusta and Mount Isa is 1481 km. The road distance is 1566.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Port Augusta to Mount Isa without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 23h and costs $500 - $1,300.

How long does it take to get from Port Augusta to Mount Isa?

It takes approximately 11h 14m to get from Port Augusta to Mount Isa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Augusta to Mount Isa bus from?

Port Augusta to Mount Isa bus services, operated by Stateliner, depart from Port Augusta station.

Where does the Port Augusta to Mount Isa bus arrive?

Port Augusta to Mount Isa bus services, operated by Stateliner, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Port Augusta and Mount Isa?

Mount Isa is 30 min behind Port Augusta. It is currently 5:23 AM in Port Augusta and 4:53 AM in Mount Isa.

Can I drive from Port Augusta to Mount Isa?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Augusta to Mount Isa is 1567 km. It takes approximately 20h 25m to drive from Port Augusta to Mount Isa.

Where can I stay near Mount Isa?

There are 27+ hotels available in Mount Isa.

Port Augusta to Mount Isa - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Port Augusta to Mount Isa by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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

Bus to Whyalla Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Port Augusta to Whyalla
2. Fly from Whyalla Airport (WYA) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)WYA - ISA
11h 14m
$1,004–2,870
Drive 1,566.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Port Augusta to Mount Isa1,566.8 km
20h 25m
$305–441
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Augusta to Adelaide909
2. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury Station/Hume Hwy
3. Take the bus from Albury to Central Station
4. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
5. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mount Isa
2d 23h
$528–1,303
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Augusta to Adelaide909
2. Take the train from Adelaide to Brisbane
3. Take the bus from Brisbane to Mount Isa
3d 17h
$2,605–6,258
Bus to Adelaide Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Port Augusta to Adelaide
2. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)ADL - ISA
12h 27m
$492–1,340
Bus to Port Lincoln Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Port Augusta to Port Lincoln
2. Fly from Port Lincoln Airport (PLO) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)PLO - ISA
15h 42m
$605–1,539
Bus, train via Townsville
1. Take the bus from Port Augusta to Port Wakefield
2. Take the bus from Port Wakefield to Adelaide
3. Take the train from Adelaide to Brisbane
4. Take the train from Roma Street to Townsville
5. Take the train from Townsville station to Mount Isa station
4d 7h
$2,479–14,211

Port Augusta to Mount Isa by bus

5Weekly Buses

2d 23hAverage Duration

$528Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,481.3 km
Duration: 11h 14m

What companies run services between Port Augusta, SA, Australia and Mount Isa, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Port Augusta to Mount Isa via 85 Franklin St, Albury Station/Hume Hwy, Albury, Central Station, Brisbane, King George Square, 1c, Roma Street busway, platform 1, and Brisbane in around 2d 23h.

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