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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Manly is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Manly is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Manly?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wynyard Station, Carrington St, Stand A station and arriving at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Sydney and Manly?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Circular Quay, Wharf 3, Side A and arriving at Manly, Wharf 1. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Sydney to Manly?

The distance between Sydney and Manly is 11 km. The road distance is 14.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Manly without a car is to ferry which takes 22 min and costs .

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

The ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 3, Side A to Manly, Wharf 1 takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Manly bus from?

Sydney to Manly bus services, operated by Keolis Downer Northern Beaches, depart from Wynyard Station, Carrington St, Stand A.

Where does the Sydney to Manly bus arrive?

Sydney to Manly bus services, operated by Keolis Downer Northern Beaches, arrive at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Manly is 15 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Sydney to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 2951+ hotels available in Manly.

Sydney to Manly - 4 ways to travel via ferry, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sydney 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 Circular Quay, Wharf 3, Side A to Manly, Wharf 1ferry F1
22 min
Drive 14.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sydney to Manlycar 14.8 km
16 min
$3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wynyard Station, Carrington St, Stand A to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand Jbus 170X
39 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydney to Manlytaxi 14.8 km
16 min
$45–55

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 11.3 km
Duration: 22 min

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

Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 3, Side A to Manly, Wharf 1 every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 22 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Keolis Downer Northern Beaches operates a bus from Wynyard Station, Carrington St, Stand A to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J hourly, and the journey takes 39 min.

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