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

The cheapest way to get from Manly to Nowra is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manly to Nowra is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Manly to Nowra?

The distance between Manly and Nowra is 172 km. The road distance is 166.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Manly to Nowra without a car is to ferry and train via Bomaderry Station which takes 4h 25m and costs $25 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Manly to Nowra, including transfers.

Can I drive from Manly to Nowra?

Yes, the driving distance between Manly to Nowra is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Manly to Nowra.

Where can I stay near Nowra?

There are 1272+ hotels available in Nowra.

Manly to Nowra - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Manly to Nowra 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 via Bomaderry Station
best
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side AMff
2. Take the train from Redfern Station to Kiama StationSco
4h 25m
$25–64
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side AMff
2. Take the train from Redfern Station to Kiama StationSco
5h 5m
$20–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to NowraPm2
5h 57m
$33–56
Drive 166.4 km
1. Drive from Manly to Nowra166.4 km
2h 19m
$32–46

Manly to Nowra by ferry, train, and bus

171Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.9 km
Duration: 4h 25m

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

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Central Station to Nowra once daily. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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