What is the cheapest way to get from Manly to Smiths Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Manly to Smiths Lake is to ferry and train and bus via Newcastle which costs $30 - $55 and takes 7h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manly to Smiths Lake?

The fastest way to get from Manly to Smiths Lake is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Manly and Smiths Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Manly to Smiths Lake. However, there are services departing from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G and arriving at Macwood Rd At Fourth Ridge Rd via Chatswood and Bulahdelah Central School, Meade St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

How far is it from Manly to Smiths Lake?

The distance between Manly and Smiths Lake is 289 km. The road distance is 278.8 km.

How do I travel from Manly to Smiths Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Manly to Smiths Lake without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 5h 31m and costs $45 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Manly to Smiths Lake?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Manly to Smiths Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manly to Smiths Lake bus from?

Manly to Smiths Lake bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Chatswood station.

Where does the Manly to Smiths Lake bus arrive?

Manly to Smiths Lake bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Bulahdelah station.

Can I drive from Manly to Smiths Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Manly to Smiths Lake is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Manly to Smiths Lake.

Where can I stay near Smiths Lake?

There are 679+ hotels available in Smiths Lake.

Manly to Smiths Lake - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Manly to Smiths Lake by ferry, bus, train, 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, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Aferry Mff
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Bulahdelahbus Brisbane
5h 31m
$49–117
Ferry, train, bus via Newcastle
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Aferry Mff
2. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to The Lakes Way Opp Macwood Rdbus 150 / ...
7h 19m
$32–54
Ferry, train, bus
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Aferry Mff
2. Take the train from Central Station to Taree Stationtrain 33 / ...
3. Take the bus from Taree Station, Coach Stop to The Lakes Way At Macwood Rdbus 150 / ...
9h 3m
$46–214
Drive 278.8 km
1. Drive from Manly to Smiths Lakecar 278.8 km
3h 17m
$51–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chatswood to Bulahdelahbus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Central School, Meade St to Macwood Rd At Fourth Ridge Rdbus S667
8h 19m
$40–66

Manly to Smiths Lake by ferry, train, and bus

38Weekly Services

5h 31mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 288.5 km
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Manly, NSW, Australia and Smiths Lake, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G to Macwood Rd At Fourth Ridge Rd via Chatswood Station, Railway St, Stand H, Chatswood, Bulahdelah, and Bulahdelah Central School, Meade St in around 8h 19m.

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