What is the cheapest way to get from The Rocks to Watsons Bay?

The cheapest way to get from The Rocks to Watsons Bay is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from The Rocks to Watsons Bay?

The fastest way to get from The Rocks to Watsons Bay is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between The Rocks and Watsons Bay?

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

Is there a direct ferry between The Rocks and Watsons Bay?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B and arriving at Watsons Bay Wharf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from The Rocks to Watsons Bay?

The distance between The Rocks and Watsons Bay is 10 km. The road distance is 12.4 km.

How do I travel from The Rocks to Watsons Bay without a car?

The best way to get from The Rocks to Watsons Bay without a car is to ferry which takes 23 min and costs $7 - $20.

How long does it take to get from The Rocks to Watsons Bay?

The ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharf takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the The Rocks to Watsons Bay bus from?

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

Where does the The Rocks to Watsons Bay bus arrive?

The Rocks to Watsons Bay bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Old South Head Rd At Salisbury St station.

Can I drive from The Rocks to Watsons Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between The Rocks to Watsons Bay is 12 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from The Rocks to Watsons Bay.

Where can I stay near Watsons Bay?

There are 4621+ hotels available in Watsons Bay.

The Rocks to Watsons Bay - 4 ways to travel via ferry, line 324 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from The Rocks to Watsons Bay 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 WharfF9
23 min
$7–20
Line 324 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wynyard Station, York St, Stand G to Old South Head Rd At Salisbury St324
45 min
$1–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from The Rocks to Watsons Bay12.4 km
15 min
$30–40
Drive 12.4 km
1. Drive from The Rocks to Watsons Bay12.4 km
15 min
$3–4

The Rocks to Watsons Bay by ferry

408Weekly Ferries

23 minAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from The Rocks to Watsons Bay.

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Distance: 10.1 km
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between The Rocks, NSW, Australia and Watsons Bay, NSW, Australia?

Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharf hourly. 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 At Salisbury St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–4 and the journey takes 45 min.

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