What is the cheapest way to get from Balmain to Manly?

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Manly is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balmain to Manly?

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Manly is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Manly?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmain to Manly. However, there are services departing from Darling St At Church St and arriving at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via QVB, York St, Stand D and Neutral Bay Junction, Military Rd, Stand E. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct ferry between Balmain and Manly?

No, there is no direct ferry from Balmain to Manly. However, there are services departing from Balmain Wharf and arriving at Manly, Wharf 2 via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Balmain to Manly?

The distance between Balmain and Manly is 15 km. The road distance is 19.9 km.

How do I travel from Balmain to Manly without a car?

The best way to get from Balmain to Manly without a car is to ferry which takes 34 min and costs $14 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Balmain to Manly?

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Balmain to Manly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Manly bus from?

Balmain to Manly bus services, operated by Transit Systems, depart from Darling St At Church St station.

Where does the Balmain to Manly bus arrive?

Balmain to Manly bus services, operated by Transit Systems, arrive at QVB, York St, Stand A station.

Can I drive from Balmain to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Manly is 20 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Balmain to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 4413+ hotels available in Manly.

Balmain to Manly - 4 ways to travel via ferry, line 442 bus, and line 100 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Balmain to Manly by ferry, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Balmain Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side Bferry F8 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
34 min
$14–29
Drive 19.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balmain to Manlycar 19.9 km
22 min
$4–6
Line 442 bus, line 100 bus, line 144 bus
1. Take the bus from Darling St At Church St to QVB, York St, Stand Abus 441 / ...
2. Take the bus from QVB, York St, Stand D to Neutral Bay Junction, Military Rd, Stand Ebus 100
3. Take the bus from Neutral Bay Junction, Military Rd, Stand E to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand Jbus 144
1h 3m
$5–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain to Manlytaxi 19.9 km
22 min
$50–65

Balmain to Manly by ferry

320Weekly Ferries

34 minAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Balmain to Manly.

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Distance: 14.8 km
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Balmain, NSW, Australia and Manly, NSW, Australia?

You can take a ferry from Balmain Wharf to Manly, Wharf 2 via Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side B and Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A in around 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Darling St At Church St to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via QVB, York St, Stand A, QVB, York St, Stand D, and Neutral Bay Junction, Military Rd, Stand E in around 1h 3m.

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