Mount Isa to Townsville

Mount Isa to Townsville

Mount Isa
Townsville
Tue, May 28
One Way
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Mount Isa to Townsville Schedule

Mount Isa to Townsville Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Greyhound Australia Advantage 07:10 - 19:00AUD 120.80
Qantas Airways Economy 09:50 - 19:50AUD 968.19
Qantas Airways Economy 10:15 - 19:50AUD 898.21
Queensland Rail Economy Seat 13:30 - 10:10AUD 107.47
Qantas Airways Economy #QF247114:25 - 16:50AUD 271.36
Virgin Australia Airlines Economy 16:50 - 07:55AUD 772.83
Qantas Airways Economy #QF247518:00 - 19:35AUD 597.84

Transportation from Mount Isa to Townsville

Facts about the transport from Mount Isa to Townsville

Cheapest Transport$72
Fastest Transport1h 40m
Earliest Departure9:30 AM
Latest Departure7:00 PM
Departures per day3
Distance1417 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways, Queensland Rail, Virgin Australia Airlines

How to get from Mount Isa to Townsville

When you want to get from Mount Isa to Townsville, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 107.76. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 76.42.

How far is Mount Isa from Townsville?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Mount Isa to Townsville. Your trip will be a total of 881 miles (1417 km). The flying distance is 881 miles (1417 km).

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

The travel time from Mount Isa to Townsville can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 26 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Mount Isa to Townsville?

The cost of the trip from Mount Isa to Townsville varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Greyhound Australia: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 76.42 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 107.76.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Mount Isa to Townsville:

  • Train tickets - USD 71.04 to USD 71.04;
  • Bus tickets - USD 76.35 to USD 107.56;
  • Plane tickets - USD 232.38 to USD 567.00;

How many trips per day are there between Mount Isa and Townsville?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 11:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 11:30. There are 3 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Mount Isa to Townsville. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 232.38.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Mount Isa to Townsville

Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Mount Isa to Townsville is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Mount Isa to Townsville

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Mount Isa to Townsville? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 75% decided to go for a bus.
  • 25% users enjoyed a train ride.