What is the cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Manly?

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Manly is to tram and train which costs $3 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Manly?

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Manly is to drive which takes 1h and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Manly?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Manly. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Manly Rd at Whites Rd via Adelaide Street Stop 44 near City Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Surfers Paradise and Manly?

No, there is no direct train from Surfers Paradise station to Manly station. However, there are services departing from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Manly station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Boggo Road station, platform 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Manly?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Manly is 105 km. The road distance is 81.7 km.

How do I travel from Surfers Paradise to Manly without a car?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Manly without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 11m and costs $22 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Surfers Paradise to Manly?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Surfers Paradise to Manly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Manly bus from?

Surfers Paradise to Manly bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Manly train from?

Surfers Paradise to Manly train services, operated by Translink, depart from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Manly bus arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Manly bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Manly train arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Manly train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Helensvale station, platform 4.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Manly is 82 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Surfers Paradise to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 2143+ hotels available in Manly.

Surfers Paradise to Manly - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, car

There are 5 ways to get from Surfers Paradise to Manly by bus, train, tram, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane Roma StreetPm12
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Manly station, platform 2Shcl / ...
2h 11m
$23–31
Tram, train
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4
2. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Boggo Road station, platform 3
3. Take the train from Boggo Road station, platform 1 to Manly station, platform 2
2h 26m
$2
Drive 81.7 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Manly81.7 km
1h
$16–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Surfers Paradise to Manly81.7 km
1h
$190–240
Bus, line 220 bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to BrisbaneBrisbane
2. Take the bus from Adelaide Street Stop 44 near City Hall to Manly Rd at Whites Rd220
2h 33m
$19–35

Surfers Paradise to Manly by bus and train

7Weekly Services

2h 11mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104.7 km
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia and Manly, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Manly Rd at Whites Rd via Brisbane and Adelaide Street Stop 44 near City Hall in around 2h 33m.

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