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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Manly is to bus and train which costs $70 - $280 and takes 14h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Manly is to fly and ferry which takes 3h 12m and costs $100 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Manly?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Manly. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via Chatswood Station, Victoria Av, Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 2m.

How far is it from Ballina to Manly?

The distance between Ballina and Manly is 636 km. The road distance is 732.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Manly without a car is to bus which takes 14h 2m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Ballina to Manly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Manly bus from?

Ballina to Manly bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Ballina station.

Where does the Ballina to Manly bus arrive?

Ballina to Manly bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Chatswood station.

Can I drive from Ballina to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Manly is 732 km. It takes approximately 7h 56m to drive from Ballina to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 4779+ hotels available in Manly.

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There are 7 ways to get from Ballina to Manly by plane, ferry, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, ferry
best
1. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNK - SYD
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry
3h 12m
$101–301
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Grafton Station, Coach Stopbus 144
2. Take the train from Grafton Station to Hornsby Stationtrain 34 / ...
14h 40m
$71–273
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballina to Chatswoodbus Pm11
14h 2m
$104–145
Drive 732.3 km
1. Drive from Ballina to Manlycar 732.3 km
7h 56m
$132–190
Line 640 bus, bus to Gold Coast Airport, fly, ferry
1. Take the bus from Ballina Hospital, Bentinck St to Byron Bay Interchange, Stand Bbus
2. Take the bus from Byron Bay to Gold Coast Airportbus
3. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OOL - SYD
4. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry
5h 54m
$142–399
Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly, ferry
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange – Tamar Street to Coffs Harbour Airport - Under Awning at Flight Departuresbus
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CFS - SYD
3. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry
6h 7m
$297–522
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Ballina Service Center to Sydney Central Stationbus Au001
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
14h 15m
$119–205

Ballina to Manly by bus

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14h 2mAverage Duration

$104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 636.5 km
Duration: 3h 12m

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

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Ballina to Chatswood once daily. Tickets cost $100–140 and the journey takes 13h 5m.

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