What is the cheapest way to get from Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns is to drive which costs $11 - $16 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $11 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Port Douglas (Station) and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Douglas and arriving at Cairns. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns?

The distance between Port Douglas (Station) and Cairns is 65 km. The road distance is 61.9 km.

How do I travel from Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 1h and costs $24 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns?

The bus from Port Douglas to Cairns takes 1h including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns bus from?

Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Port Douglas station.

Where does the Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns bus arrive?

Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cairns station.

Can I drive from Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns is 62 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1013+ hotels available in Cairns.

Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns by bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the bus from Port Douglas to Cairnsbus Cairns
1h
$24–35
Drive 61.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Port Douglas (Station) to Cairnscar 61.9 km
52 min
$11–16
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1. Take the taxi from Port Douglas (Station) to Cairnstaxi 61.9 km
52 min
$190–230

Port Douglas (Station) to Cairns by bus

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Distance: 64.8 km
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Port Douglas (Station), QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Trans North Bus & Coach operates a bus from Port Douglas to Cairns 3 times a week. Tickets cost $24–35 and the journey takes 1h.

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