What is the cheapest way to get from Manly to Crescent Head?

The cheapest way to get from Manly to Crescent Head is to bus which costs $65 - $100 and takes 11h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manly to Crescent Head?

The fastest way to get from Manly to Crescent Head is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs $85 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Manly and Crescent Head?

No, there is no direct bus from Manly to Crescent Head. However, there are services departing from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G and arriving at Crescent Head Country Club, Rankine St via Chatswood, First Lane At Smith St and Belgrave St After Stuart St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 47m.

How far is it from Manly to Crescent Head?

The distance between Manly and Crescent Head is 412 km. The road distance is 437.4 km.

How do I travel from Manly to Crescent Head without a car?

The best way to get from Manly to Crescent Head without a car is to ferry and train which takes 10h 53m and costs $55 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Manly to Crescent Head?

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Manly to Crescent Head, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manly to Crescent Head bus from?

Manly to Crescent Head bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Chatswood station.

Where does the Manly to Crescent Head bus arrive?

Manly to Crescent Head bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Kempsey station.

Can I drive from Manly to Crescent Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Manly to Crescent Head is 437 km. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Manly to Crescent Head.

Where can I stay near Crescent Head?

There are 172+ hotels available in Crescent Head.

Manly to Crescent Head - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Manly to Crescent Head by ferry, plane, bus, train, 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, fly, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Port Macquarie (PQQ)SYD - PQQ
3. Take the bus from Port Macquarie Airport to Belgrave St At John St
5h 51m
$175–388
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side AMff
2. Take the train from Central Station to Kempsey Station33 / ...
10h 53m
$55–227
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chatswood to KempseyPm12
11h 47m
$65–99
Drive 437.4 km
1. Drive from Manly to Crescent Head437.4 km
4h 49m
$86–124

Manly to Crescent Head by ferry, train, and bus

29Weekly Services

10h 53mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 411.9 km
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Manly, NSW, Australia and Crescent Head, NSW, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Chatswood to Kempsey once daily. Tickets cost $60–85 and the journey takes 7h 10m.

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