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

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Manly is to bus via Central Station which costs $70 - $110 and takes 16h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Manly is to fly and ferry which takes 3h 50m and costs $130 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Manly?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to Manly. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via Chatswood Station, Victoria Av, Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 17m.

How far is it from Brisbane to Manly?

The distance between Brisbane and Manly is 787 km. The road distance is 911.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Brisbane to Manly without a car is to train and ferry which takes 14h 44m and costs $80 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Brisbane to Manly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Manly bus from?

Brisbane to Manly bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Brisbane station.

Where does the Brisbane to Manly bus arrive?

Brisbane to Manly bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Chatswood station.

What is the time difference between Brisbane and Manly?

Manly is 1h ahead of Brisbane. It is currently 2:34 PM in Brisbane and 3:34 PM in Manly.

Can I drive from Brisbane to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Manly is 912 km. It takes approximately 9h 48m to drive from Brisbane to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 4231+ hotels available in Manly.

Brisbane to Manly - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Brisbane to Manly by plane, ferry, train, bus, 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.

Fly Brisbane Airport to Sydney International Airport, ferry
best
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNE - SYD
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 6, Side B to Manly, Wharf 2ferry
3h 50m
$136–354
Bus via Central Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 3204 / ...
16h 7m
$71–106
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 6, Side B to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
14h 44m
$80–274
Drive 911.6 km
1. Drive from Brisbane to Manlycar 911.6 km
9h 48m
$169–244
Train to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, ferry
1. Take the train from South Brisbane station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OOL - SYD
3. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 6, Side B to Manly, Wharf 2ferry
5h 19m
$104–431
Train to Sunshine Coast Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, ferry
1. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
2. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MCY - SYD
3. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 6, Side B to Manly, Wharf 2ferry
6h 35m
$110–362
Fly Brisbane Airport to Newcastle Airport, train, ferry
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane BNE - NTL
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central Stationtrain
3. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 6, Side B to Manly, Wharf 2ferry
7h 1m
$116–348
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Chatswoodbus Pm11
18h 17m
$124–176

Brisbane to Manly by train and ferry

13Weekly Services

14h 44mAverage Duration

$80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 786.8 km
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Brisbane, QLD, Australia and Manly, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 once daily. Tickets cost $65–95 and the journey takes 14h 50m.

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