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Trip Overview

The average ferry between Manly and Sydney Observatory takes 21 min and the fastest ferry takes 19 min. The ferry runs at least 3 times per hour from Manly to Sydney Observatory. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

21 min
Duration
12 km
Distance
$10
Average price
Every 20 minutes
Frequency

Manly to Sydney Observatory ferry times

Ferries run every 20 minutes between Manly and Sydney Observatory. The earliest departure is at 12:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Manly is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Sydney Observatory at 12:12 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 21 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ferry ferry 22 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ferry ferry 22 min • Direct
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    ferry ferry 22 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ferry ferry 20 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ferry ferry 22 min • Direct
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    ferry ferry 20 min • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    ferry ferry 22 min • Direct
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    ferry ferry 20 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    ferry ferry 22 min • Direct
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    ferry ferry 20 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Manly to Sydney Observatory? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Manly to Sydney Observatory.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 12.4 km
  • Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Manly, NSW, Australia and Sydney Observatory, NSW, Australia?

Manly Fast Ferry operates a ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $10–13 and the journey takes 20 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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