What is the cheapest way to get from Port Douglas to Palm Cove?

The cheapest way to get from Port Douglas to Palm Cove is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Douglas to Palm Cove?

The fastest way to get from Port Douglas to Palm Cove is to taxi and bus which takes 26 min and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Port Douglas to Palm Cove?

The distance between Port Douglas and Palm Cove is 42 km. The road distance is 42.5 km.

How do I travel from Port Douglas to Palm Cove without a car?

The best way to get from Port Douglas to Palm Cove without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 26 min and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Port Douglas to Palm Cove?

It takes approximately 26 min to get from Port Douglas to Palm Cove, including transfers.

Can I drive from Port Douglas to Palm Cove?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Douglas to Palm Cove is 42 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Port Douglas to Palm Cove.

Where can I stay near Palm Cove?

There are 1007+ hotels available in Palm Cove.

Port Douglas to Palm Cove - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Port Douglas to Palm Cove by taxi, bus, or car

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Port Douglas to Port Douglastaxi
2. Take the bus from Port Douglas to Palm Covebus Cairns
26 min
$35–47
Drive 42.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Port Douglas to Palm Covecar 42.5 km
37 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Douglas to Palm Covetaxi 42.5 km
37 min
$170–210

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Distance: 41.9 km
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Port Douglas, QLD, Australia and Palm Cove, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Port Douglas to Palm Cove. However, you can take the taxi to Port Douglas then take the bus to Palm Cove. Alternatively, you can drive from Port Douglas to Palm Cove in around 37 min.

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