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

The cheapest way to get from Manly Beach to Balmain is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manly Beach to Balmain is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Manly Beach and Balmain?

No, there is no direct bus from Manly Beach to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand E and arriving at Darling St At Mort St via QVB, York St, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Manly Beach and Balmain?

No, there is no direct ferry from Manly Beach to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Manly, Wharf 2 and arriving at Balmain Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Manly Beach to Balmain?

The distance between Manly Beach and Balmain is 15 km. The road distance is 19.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Manly Beach to Balmain without a car is to ferry which takes 45 min and costs $14 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Manly Beach to Balmain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manly Beach to Balmain bus from?

Manly Beach to Balmain bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand E station.

Where does the Manly Beach to Balmain bus arrive?

Manly Beach to Balmain bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Wynyard Station, York St, Stand M.

Can I drive from Manly Beach to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Manly Beach to Balmain is 19 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Manly Beach to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 4843+ hotels available in Balmain.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Manly Beach to Balmain 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 Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Aferry Mff
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side B to Balmain Wharfferry F8 / ...
45 min
$14–30
Bus, line 442 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand E to Wynyard Station, York St, Stand Mbus 170X
2. Take the bus from QVB, York St, Stand A to Darling St At Mort Stbus 441 / ...
58 min
$2–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manly Beach to Balmaintaxi 19.4 km
21 min
$50–60
Drive 19.4 km
1. Drive from Manly Beach to Balmaincar 19.4 km
21 min
$4–6

Manly Beach to Balmain by ferry

337Weekly Ferries

45 minAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manly Beach to Balmain.

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Distance: 14.9 km
Duration: 45 min

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

You can take a ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Balmain Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A and Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side B in around 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand E to Darling St At Mort St via Wynyard Station, York St, Stand M and QVB, York St, Stand A in around 58 min.

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