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

The cheapest way to get from Manly to Balmain Wharf is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manly to Balmain Wharf is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Manly and Balmain Wharf?

No, there is no direct bus from Manly to Balmain Wharf. However, there are services departing from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G and arriving at Greenwich Point Wharf, Lower Serpentine Rd via Pacific Hwy After Shirley Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct ferry between Manly and Balmain Wharf?

No, there is no direct ferry from Manly to Balmain Wharf. 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 46 min.

How far is it from Manly to Balmain Wharf?

The distance between Manly and Balmain Wharf is 15 km. The road distance is 20.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Manly to Balmain Wharf without a car is to ferry which takes 46 min and costs $14 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 46 min to get from Manly to Balmain Wharf, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Manly to Balmain Wharf bus arrive?

Manly to Balmain Wharf bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Pacific Hwy After Shirley Rd station.

Can I drive from Manly to Balmain Wharf?

Yes, the driving distance between Manly to Balmain Wharf is 21 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Manly to Balmain Wharf.

Where can I stay near Balmain Wharf?

There are 4417+ hotels available in Balmain Wharf.

Manly to Balmain Wharf - 4 ways to travel via ferry, and line 144 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Manly to Balmain Wharf 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 AMff
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side B to Balmain WharfF8 / ...
46 min
$14–30
Line 144 bus, line 267 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G to Pacific Hwy After Shirley Rd144
2. Take the bus from Pacific Hwy After Shirley Rd to Greenwich Point Wharf, Lower Serpentine Rd267 / ...
1h 24m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manly to Balmain Wharf20.5 km
23 min
$50–65
Drive 20.5 km
1. Drive from Manly to Balmain Wharf20.5 km
23 min
$4–6

Manly to Balmain Wharf by ferry

333Weekly Ferries

46 minAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 14.9 km
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Manly, NSW, Australia and Balmain Wharf, 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 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G to Balmain Wharf via Pacific Hwy After Shirley Rd and Greenwich Point Wharf, Lower Serpentine Rd in around 1h 24m.

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