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Melbourne Airport to Palm Cove

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$34.10

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$189.46–$467.35
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cooktown to Palm
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.63–$51.79

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$138.94–$189.46

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$366.30
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$467.35

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$631.55
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$757.86

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$429.45
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.57–$757.86

Hinterland Aviation

Website:
hinterlandaviation.com.au/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.20–$884.17

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Broadmeadows Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
10h 36m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.73–$176.83

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$60.63–$4,467.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove is to fly which costs $86.96 - $271.74 and takes 5h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $86.96 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Palm Cove?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Williams Esplanade at French Street via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, Brisbane Roma Street and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 15h.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Palm Cove is 2348 km. The road distance is 2825.7 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove without a car is to night train and train which takes 2 days 6h and costs $103.26 - $4130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove?

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $86.96 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $103.26 - $4130.43 and takes 2 days 6h, you could also bus, which costs $228.26 - $456.52 and takes 2 days 15h.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Palm Cove?

Palm Cove is 1h behind Melbourne Airport (MEL). It is currently 07:42 in Melbourne Airport (MEL) and 06:42 in Palm Cove.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove is 2826 km. It takes approximately 33h 37m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Palm Cove.

Where can I stay near Palm Cove?

There are 831+ hotels available in Palm Cove. Prices start at $72.26 per night.
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