What is the cheapest way to get from The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse?

The cheapest way to get from The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse?

The fastest way to get from The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between The Rocks and Macquarie Lighthouse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wynyard Station, York St, Stand G station and arriving at Old South Head Rd Opp Macquarie Lighthouse. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct ferry between The Rocks and Macquarie Lighthouse?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B and arriving at Watsons Bay Wharf. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse?

The distance between The Rocks and Macquarie Lighthouse is 12 km. The road distance is 11 km.

How do I travel from The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse without a car?

The best way to get from The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse without a car is to ferry which takes 43 min and costs $7 - $20.

How long does it take to get from The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse?

The ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharf takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse bus from?

The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Wynyard Station, York St, Stand G.

Where does the The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse bus arrive?

The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Old South Head Rd Opp Macquarie Lighthouse station.

Can I drive from The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse?

Yes, the driving distance between The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse is 11 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse.

Where can I stay near Macquarie Lighthouse?

There are 4904+ hotels available in Macquarie Lighthouse.

The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse - 4 ways to travel via ferry

There are 4 ways to get from The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse 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 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharfferry F9
43 min
$7–20
Drive 11 km
cheapest
1. Drive from The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthousecar 11 km
13 min
$2–3
Line 324 bus
1. Take the bus from Wynyard Station, York St, Stand G to Old South Head Rd Opp Macquarie Lighthousebus 324
46 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthousetaxi 11 km
13 min
$35–45

The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse by bus and foot

716Weekly Services

46 minAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from The Rocks to Macquarie Lighthouse.

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Distance: 11.8 km
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between The Rocks, NSW, Australia and Macquarie Lighthouse, NSW, Australia?

Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 23 min. Captain Cook Cruises also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Transport for NSW operates a bus from Wynyard Station, York St, Stand G to Old South Head Rd Opp Macquarie Lighthouse every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 45 min.

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