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Provincetown Museum
Compact local museum covering Provincetown history, the Mayflower Compact story, and the monument. Excellent context for first-time visitors.
Buses from Orleans to Provincetown run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 14:50. The fastest bus covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 21 miles (34 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€10) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 2:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Compact local museum covering Provincetown history, the Mayflower Compact story, and the monument. Excellent context for first-time visitors.
Contemporary art gallery showing changing exhibitions by regional and national artists. Worth visiting for a current look at the town's art scene.
Seasonal museum in a former sea captain's home with exhibits on local fishing, families, and waterfront life. A rewarding lesser-known stop.
Main commercial street lined with galleries, shops, historic buildings, and people-watching. Essential for experiencing Provincetown's atmosphere.
Popular ocean beach backed by dunes, known for broad views, swimming, and sunsets. Easy to combine with nearby lighthouse and trails.
Wild Atlantic beach with dramatic surf, dunes, and whale-watching potential from shore. A favorite for nature lovers and photographers.
Creamy New England-style chowder with local clams, potatoes, and salt pork. A Cape Cod staple tied to Provincetown's long fishing tradition.
Fresh local oysters from Cape Cod Bay or nearby Wellfleet, prized for their briny flavor and central to the Outer Cape shellfish culture.
Buttery lobster served in a split toasted roll, often lightly dressed. A classic coastal New England summer sandwich popular across Cape Cod.
Contemporary fine dining with tasting-style plates, seafood, and cocktails in a stylish space suited to a special evening out.
Refined restaurant serving creative American seafood and seasonal dishes in an intimate, polished setting just off Commercial Street.
Established upscale spot for elegant seafood and New American fare, with a calm dining room and a more formal atmosphere.
Provincetown is pricier than many US beach towns, with high summer lodging rates and elevated dining costs; transit is limited, so visitors often pay more overall.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Round up or tip 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip jars or screens; $1-2 is common.
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Provincetown Municipal Airport -> MacMillan Pier, Provincetown
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Most Orleans to Provincetown buses use the to Provincetown station pair. Use this guide to compare Orleans and Provincetown bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Provincetown is 1 km from Provincetown city centre. Public transport options include:
Provincetown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi available in waiting area. ATMs are available at Provincetown.
Ticket office support is available at Provincetown.
Available at Provincetown: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Provincetown: Wheelchair accessible bus station.
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