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

The cheapest way to get from Rose Bay to Manly is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rose Bay to Manly is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $55 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Rose Bay and Manly?

No, there is no direct bus from Rose Bay to Manly. However, there are services departing from New South Head Rd At Kent Rd and arriving at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via Wynyard Station, Carrington St, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct ferry between Rose Bay and Manly?

No, there is no direct ferry from Rose Bay to Manly. However, there are services departing from Rose Bay Wharf and arriving at Manly, Wharf 2 via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Rose Bay to Manly?

The distance between Rose Bay and Manly is 17 km. The road distance is 21.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rose Bay to Manly without a car is to ferry which takes 36 min and costs $14 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 36 min to get from Rose Bay to Manly, including transfers.

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

Rose Bay to Manly bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from New South Head Rd At Kent Rd station.

Where does the Rose Bay to Manly bus arrive?

Rose Bay to Manly bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Wynyard Station, Kent St, Stand V.

Can I drive from Rose Bay to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between Rose Bay to Manly is 21 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Rose Bay to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 4417+ hotels available in Manly.

Rose Bay to Manly - 4 ways to travel via ferry, line 324 bus, bus, taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Rose Bay to Manly by ferry, bus, taxi, 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
best
1. Take the ferry from Rose Bay Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Bferry F9
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
36 min
$14–29
Line 324 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New South Head Rd At Kent Rd to Wynyard Station, Kent St, Stand Vbus 324 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wynyard Station, Carrington St, Stand A to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand Jbus 170X
1h 42m
$1–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rose Bay to Manlytaxi 21.1 km
23 min
$55–65
Drive 21.1 km
1. Drive from Rose Bay to Manlycar 21.1 km
23 min
$4–6

Rose Bay to Manly by ferry

504Weekly Ferries

36 minAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Rose Bay to Manly.

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Distance: 17.2 km
Duration: 36 min

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

You can take a ferry from Rose Bay Wharf to Manly, Wharf 2 via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A in around 36 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New South Head Rd At Kent Rd to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via Wynyard Station, Kent St, Stand V and Wynyard Station, Carrington St, Stand A in around 1h 42m.

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