What is the cheapest way to get from Manly to Shell Cove?

The cheapest way to get from Manly to Shell Cove is to ferry and train which costs $18 - $40 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manly to Shell Cove?

The fastest way to get from Manly to Shell Cove is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $23 - $35.

How far is it from Manly to Shell Cove?

The distance between Manly and Shell Cove is 122 km. The road distance is 117.9 km.

How do I travel from Manly to Shell Cove without a car?

The best way to get from Manly to Shell Cove without a car is to ferry and train which takes 2h 50m and costs $18 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Manly to Shell Cove?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Manly to Shell Cove, including transfers.

Can I drive from Manly to Shell Cove?

Yes, the driving distance between Manly to Shell Cove is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Manly to Shell Cove.

Where can I stay near Shell Cove?

There are 646+ hotels available in Shell Cove.

Manly to Shell Cove - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and line 53 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Manly to Shell Cove 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 AMff
2. Take the train from Redfern Station to Shellharbour JunctionSco
2h 50m
$18–38
Ferry, train, bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side AMff
2. Take the train from Circular Quay Station to Campbelltown StationT8 / ...
3. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand B to Wollongong Station, Station St887
4. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Cove Bvd At Whitsunday Dr53
4h 31m
$23–44
Drive 117.9 km
1. Drive from Manly to Shell Cove117.9 km
1h 44m
$24–34

Manly to Shell Cove by ferry and train

286Weekly Services

2h 50mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 122.5 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Manly, NSW, Australia and Shell Cove, NSW, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Manly to Shell Cove. However, you can take the ferry to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A, walk to Circular Quay Station, take the train to Redfern Station, then take the train to Shellharbour Junction. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Cove Bvd At Whitsunday Dr via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A, Circular Quay Station, Campbelltown Station, Campbelltown Station, Stand B, and Wollongong Station, Station St in around 4h 31m.

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