How to travel from Palm Cove to Canberra, Australia

The distance between Palm Cove and Canberra is around 2,114km (1,314 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4hrs.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Palm Cove to Canberra by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out CanberraPalm Cove if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Canberra (CBR).

  • Duration4hrs
  • Flight time3h 10m
  • Typical cost
    A$845($570)
Operated by

Qantas

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Bus via Brisbane

Take the bus to Brisbane then Strathfield Station Everton Rd Stand D and then to Canberra Station Coach Stop.

  • Duration2 days 1h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    A$450($300)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Brisbane Roma Street and then to Central Station then take the bus to Canberra.

  • Duration1 day 19h
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    A$365($245)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Canberra.

  • Duration1 day 5h
  • Distance2,548km (1,583 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Palm Cove and Canberra

There are several options for getting from Palm Cove to Canberra by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around A$365 ($245) and will take around 1 day 19h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$845 ($570).

The distance between Palm Cove and Canberra is around 2,114km (1,314 miles).

It takes around 4hrs to get from Palm Cove and Canberra by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 5h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Palm Cove to Canberra is to fly which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx A$845 ($570).

The cheapest way to travel between Palm Cove and Canberra, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around A$365 ($245) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Palm Cove and Canberra. We recommend that you fly from Cairns (CNS) to Canberra (CBR). instead which will take 4hrs.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Palm Cove and Canberra. It typically takes around 2 days 1h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Palm Cove to Canberra. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Cairns Central Terminus, Brisbane, King George Square 2F and Sydney. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 2 days 1h.

Premier Motor Service, Greyhound Australia, Murrays Coaches and NSW TrainLink run regular bus services between Palm Cove and Canberra. Buses run once daily and take around 2 days 1h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Palm Cove and Canberra. Flights depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Canberra (CBR). The flight takes around 3h 10m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Palm Cove and Canberra with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 3h 10m.

Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Australia fly between Palm Cove and Canberra. Flights depart from Cairns (CNS) and and arrive into Canberra (CBR). These flights usually take around 3h 10m.

The flight from Palm Cove to Canberra typically takes around 3h 10m. Flights depart from Cairns (CNS) and and arrive into Canberra (CBR).

The closest major airport to Canberra is Canberra International Airport (CBR) (CBR) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Canberra. Moruya Airport (MYA) (MYA) and Wagga Wagga Airport (WGA) (WGA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Palm Cove and Canberra. The distance is around 2,548km (1,583 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 5h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Palm Cove to Canberra is to fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around A$845 ($570).

How do I get from Palm Cove to Canberra

Compare travel optionsbetween Palm Cove and Canberra

Transport options from Palm Cove to Canberra
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4hrs
A$845($570)
every 20 mins2,114km (1,314 miles)
Bus via Brisbane + 1 similar
2 days 1h
A$450($300)
once a week3,253km (2,021 miles)
Bus2 days 1h
A$435($290)
once daily3,307km (2,055 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 19h
A$365($245)
5 times a week2,955km (1,836 miles)
Drive
1 day 5h
A$480($325)
on demand2,548km (1,583 miles)

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Airports near Canberra

The following major airports near Canberra offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.

CBR
Canberra International Airport (CBR)
International Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Canberra
MYA
Moruya Airport (MYA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
116km (72 miles) from Canberra
WGA
Wagga Wagga Airport (WGA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
149km (93 miles) from Canberra