How to travel from Port Douglas to Eden, Australia

The distance between Port Douglas and Eden is around 2,415km (1,501 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6hrs.

9 routes found

We've found 9 different ways to get from Port Douglas to Eden by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out EdenPort Douglas if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Merimbula (MIM).

  • Duration6hrs
  • Flight time4hrs
  • Typical cost
    A$545($365)
Operated byJetstar+ 3 others

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Bus

Take the bus to Cairns, Brisbane then Sydney and then to Eden.

  • Duration2 days 8h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    A$480($325)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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3 x train
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Cairns then take the train to Brisbane Roma Street then Central Station and then to Canberra Station then take the bus to Eden Coach Stop Imlay St.

  • Duration2 days
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    A$420($280)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Eden.

  • Duration1 day 9h
  • Distance2,851km (1,771 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Port Douglas and Eden

There are several options for getting from Port Douglas to Eden by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around A$420 ($280) and will take around 2 days. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$545 ($365).

The distance between Port Douglas and Eden is around 2,415km (1,501 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,330km (1,448 miles)

It takes around 8h 55m to get from Port Douglas and Eden by plane and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 9h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Port Douglas to Eden is to fly which takes around 6hrs and will set you back approx A$545 ($365).

The cheapest way to travel between Port Douglas and Eden, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around A$420 ($280) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Port Douglas and Eden. We recommend that you fly from Cairns (CNS) to Merimbula (MIM). instead which will take 6hrs.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Port Douglas and Eden. It typically takes around 2 days 8h and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Port Douglas to Eden. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Port Douglas, Cairns, Brisbane, King George Square 2A and Sydney. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 2 days 8h.

Trans North Bus & Coach, Premier Motor Service and Greyhound Australia run regular bus services between Port Douglas and Eden. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 2 days 8h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Port Douglas and Eden. Flights depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Merimbula (MIM) - via Sydney (SYD). The flight takes around 4hrs.

There is no direct flight from Port Douglas to Eden. There is however a flight that goes via Sydney (SYD). This services will take at least 6hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Port Douglas to Eden typically takes around 4hrs. Flights depart from Cairns (CNS) and and arrive into Merimbula (MIM).

The closest major airport to Eden is Merimbula Airport (MIM) (MIM) which is approximately 17km (11 miles) from Eden. Moruya Airport (MYA) (MYA) and Canberra International Airport (CBR) (CBR) 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 Port Douglas and Eden. The distance is around 2,851km (1,771 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 9h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Port Douglas to Eden is to fly and then take the bus which takes, on average, 8h 55m and will usually cost around A$790 ($530).

How do I get from Port Douglas to Eden

Compare travel optionsbetween Port Douglas and Eden

Transport options from Port Douglas to Eden
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 5 similar
6hrs
A$545($365)
every 20 mins2,415km (1,501 miles)
Fly to Moruya (MYA), Bus8h 5m
A$840($565)
twice daily2,483km (1,543 miles)
Fly to Canberra (CBR), bus8h 40m
A$895($600)
twice daily2,431km (1,510 miles)
Plane and Bus8h 55m
A$790($530)
twice daily2,713km (1,686 miles)
Bus and Plane9h 10m
A$1,040($700)
3 times a week2,717km (1,688 miles)
Plane, Train and Bus13hrs
A$425($285)
twice daily2,634km (1,637 miles)
Bus
2 days 8h
A$480($325)
3 times a week3,567km (2,216 miles)
Bus and Train
2 days
A$420($280)
3 times a week3,310km (2,057 miles)
Drive
1 day 9h
A$540($360)
on demand2,851km (1,771 miles)

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Airports near Eden

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

MIM
Merimbula Airport (MIM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
17km (11 miles) from Eden
MYA
Moruya Airport (MYA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
131km (81 miles) from Eden
CBR
Canberra International Airport (CBR)
International Airport
Distance
206km (128 miles) from Eden