Daintree to Mount Isa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Daintree from Mount Isa?

The distance from Daintree to Mount Isa is 495.9 miles (798.1 km) as the crow flies. Mount Isa is located SW of Daintree. By car, the driving distance is approximately 595.1 miles, taking about 11h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Daintree and Mount Isa. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.