What is the cheapest way to get from Manly to Downer?

The cheapest way to get from Manly to Downer is to ferry and train which costs $40 - $95 and takes 6h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manly to Downer?

The fastest way to get from Manly to Downer is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $55 - $85.

How far is it from Manly to Downer?

The distance between Manly and Downer is 299 km. The road distance is 291.9 km.

How do I travel from Manly to Downer without a car?

The best way to get from Manly to Downer without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 5h 3m and costs $80 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Manly to Downer?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Manly to Downer, including transfers.

Can I drive from Manly to Downer?

Yes, the driving distance between Manly to Downer is 292 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Manly to Downer.

Where can I stay near Downer?

There are 829+ hotels available in Downer.

Manly to Downer - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Manly to Downer by ferry, bus, 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.

Ferry, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side AMff
2. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberra
5h 3m
$82–127
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 Canberra Station631 / ...
6h 31m
$43–91
Drive 291.9 km
1. Drive from Manly to Downer291.9 km
3h 12m
$57–82
Ferry, fly, line 50 bus
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)SYD - CBR
3. Take the bus from Marcus Clarke St before Rimmer St to Melba St after Atherton St
4h 4m
$249–463
Ferry, bus via Melba St after Atherton St
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side AMff
2. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to CanberraMelbourne
5h 35m
$72–143

Manly to Downer by ferry, train, bus, and tram

84Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 298.9 km
Duration: 5h 3m

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

There is no direct connection from Manly to Downer. However, you can take the ferry to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A, walk to Circular Quay Station, take the train to International Airport Station, walk to Sydney International Airport, take the bus to Canberra, walk to Alinga Street Platform 2, then take the line 1 vehicle to Swinden Street Platform 2. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Swinden Street Platform 2 via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A, Circular Quay Station, Central Station, Canberra Station, Kingston Shops Eyre St, City Interchange Plt 3, and Alinga Street Platform 2 in around 6h 31m.

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