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 $24 - $50 and takes 5h 4m.

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 34m and costs $40 - $60.

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 31m.

How far is it from Manly to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Manly and Nelson Bay is 245 km. The road distance is 208.8 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 5h 4m and costs $24 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m 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 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Manly to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1391+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Manly to Nelson Bay 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, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side AMff
2. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton StationCcn
3. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton St130 / ...
5h 4m
$24–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chatswood to NewcastlePm12
2. Take the bus from Hunter St Before Tudor St to Donald St Before Stockton St130 / ...
6h 31m
$35–55
Drive 208.8 km
1. Drive from Manly to Nelson Bay208.8 km
2h 34m
$41–58

Manly to Nelson Bay by ferry, train, and bus

181Weekly Services

5h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244.7 km
Duration: 5h 4m

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 31m.

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