What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Manly Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Manly Beach is to train and ferry which costs $35 - $80 and takes 4h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Manly Beach?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Manly Beach is to fly and ferry which takes 3h 4m and costs $230 - $550.

How far is it from Canberra to Manly Beach?

The distance between Canberra and Manly Beach is 295 km. The road distance is 293.5 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Manly Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Manly Beach without a car is to bus and ferry via Sydney International Airport which takes 3h 55m and costs $70 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Manly Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Canberra to Manly Beach, including transfers.

Can I drive from Canberra to Manly Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Manly Beach is 293 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Canberra to Manly Beach.

Where can I stay near Manly Beach?

There are 4726+ hotels available in Manly Beach.

Canberra to Manly Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, car

There are 5 ways to get from Canberra to Manly Beach by bus, ferry, train, car, or plane

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

Bus, ferry via Sydney International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airportbus Sydney
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
3h 55m
$74–133
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 636 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
4h 40m
$39–79
Drive 293.5 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Manly Beachcar 293.5 km
3h 20m
$53–77
Fly, ferry
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CBR - SYD
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry
3h 4m
$231–505
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Stationbus
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
4h 2m
$61–119

Canberra to Manly Beach by bus, train, tram, and ferry

7Weekly Services

3h 55mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 295 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Manly Beach, NSW, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Canberra to Manly Beach. However, you can take the bus to Sydney International Airport, walk to International Airport Station, take the train to Central Station, walk to Central Chalmers Street station, take the vehicle to Circular Quay station, walk to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A, then take the ferry to Manly, Wharf 2. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canberra Station to Manly, Wharf 2 via Central Station, Circular Quay Station, and Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A in around 4h 40m.

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