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

The cheapest way to get from Manly to Caves Beach is to line 144 bus and train which costs $20 - $40 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manly to Caves Beach is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Manly and Caves Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Manly to Caves Beach. However, there are services departing from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G and arriving at Park Av Before Caves Beach Rd via Chatswood and Charlestown Square, Frederick St, Stand D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Manly to Caves Beach?

The distance between Manly and Caves Beach is 174 km. The road distance is 132.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Manly to Caves Beach without a car is to ferry and train which takes 3h 6m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Manly to Caves Beach, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Manly to Caves Beach bus arrive?

Manly to Caves Beach bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Chatswood Station, Railway St, Stand H.

Can I drive from Manly to Caves Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Manly to Caves Beach is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Manly to Caves Beach.

Where can I stay near Caves Beach?

There are 645+ hotels available in Caves Beach.

Manly to Caves Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, line 144 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Manly to Caves Beach by 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.

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side AMff
2. Take the train from Central Station to Morisset StationCcn
3h 6m
$108–149
Line 144 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G to Chatswood Station, Railway St, Stand H144
2. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Cardiff StationCcn
4h 32m
$20–37
Line 144 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G to Chatswood Station, Railway St, Stand H144
2. Take the bus from Chatswood to CharlestownPm12
5h 8m
$32–51
Drive 132.9 km
1. Drive from Manly to Caves Beach132.9 km
1h 41m
$26–38

Manly to Caves Beach by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

5h 8mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.4 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G to Park Av Before Caves Beach Rd via Chatswood Station, Railway St, Stand H, Chatswood, Charlestown, and Charlestown Square, Frederick St, Stand D in around 5h 8m.

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