What is the cheapest way to get from Manly to Nelson Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Manly to Nelson Bay is to ferry and train and bus which costs $25 - $50 and takes 4h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manly to Nelson Bay?

The fastest way to get from Manly to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Manly and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Manly to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Chatswood, Customs House, Watt St and Hunter St Before Tudor St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Manly to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Manly and Nelson Bay is 245 km. The road distance is 210 km.

How do I travel from Manly to Nelson Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Manly to Nelson Bay without a car is to ferry and train and bus which takes 4h 57m and costs $25 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Manly to Nelson Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Manly to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manly to Nelson Bay bus from?

Manly to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Chatswood station.

Where does the Manly to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Manly to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Manly to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Manly to Nelson Bay is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Manly to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1390+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

Manly to Nelson Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Manly to Nelson Bay by ferry, train, bus, or car

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Ferry, train, bus
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1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Aferry Mff
2. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
4h 57m
$25–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chatswood to Newcastlebus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Hunter St Before Tudor St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
6h 29m
$42–63
Drive 210 km
1. Drive from Manly to Nelson Baycar 210 km
2h 32m
$46–66

Manly to Nelson Bay by ferry, train, and bus

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Distance: 244.5 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Manly, NSW, Australia and Nelson Bay, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G to Donald St Before Stockton St via Chatswood Station, Railway St, Stand H, Chatswood, Newcastle, Customs House, Watt St, and Hunter St Before Tudor St in around 6h 29m.

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