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

The cheapest way to get from Manly to Katoomba is to line 611 bus and bus which costs $16 - $24 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manly to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $20 - $30.

How far is it from Manly to Katoomba?

The distance between Manly and Katoomba is 125 km. The road distance is 114.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Manly to Katoomba without a car is to ferry and train which takes 2h 56m and costs $18 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Manly to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manly to Katoomba bus from?

Manly to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Macquarie University Station, Herring Rd, Stand D.

Where does the Manly to Katoomba bus arrive?

Manly to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Blacktown Station, Stand D.

Can I drive from Manly to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Manly to Katoomba is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Manly to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 516+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Manly to Katoomba - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, line 611 bus, and bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Manly and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Manly to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Pacific Hwy After Shirley Rd, Macquarie University Station, Herring Rd, Stand D and Blacktown Station, Stand N. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

There are 4 ways to get from Manly to Katoomba by ferry, train, bus, or car

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Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Aferry Mff
2. Take the train from Circular Quay Station to Strathfield Stationtrain T2 / ...
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
2h 56m
$18–37
Line 611 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Macquarie University Station, Herring Rd, Stand D to Blacktown Station, Stand Dbus 611
2. Take the bus from Blacktown Station, Stand N to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 56Bm / ...
3h 23m
$16–24
Ferry, train, bus
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Aferry Mff
2. Take the train from Circular Quay Station to Lidcombe Stationtrain T2 / ...
3. Take the train from Lidcombe Station to Emu Plains Stationtrain T1
4. Take the bus from Emu Plains Station, Station St Car Park to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 5Bm
3h 45m
$19–41
Drive 114.2 km
1. Drive from Manly to Katoombacar 114.2 km
1h 39m
$21–30

Manly to Katoomba by ferry and train

387Weekly Services

2h 56mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Manly to Katoomba.

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Distance: 124.5 km
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Manly, NSW, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Pacific Hwy After Shirley Rd, Macquarie University Station, Herring Rd, Stand D, Blacktown Station, Stand D, and Blacktown Station, Stand N in around 3h 23m.

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