What is the cheapest way to get from Balmain East to Manly?

The cheapest way to get from Balmain East to Manly is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balmain East to Manly?

The fastest way to get from Balmain East to Manly is to ferry which takes 20 min and costs $7 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain East 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 Balmain East and Manly?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A and arriving at Manly, Wharf 2. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Balmain East to Manly?

The distance between Balmain East and Manly is 11 km. The road distance is 21 km.

How do I travel from Balmain East to Manly without a car?

The best way to get from Balmain East to Manly without a car is to ferry which takes 20 min and costs $7 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Balmain East to Manly?

The ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2 takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Balmain East to Manly bus from?

Balmain East to Manly bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Wynyard Station, Carrington St, Stand A.

Where does the Balmain East to Manly bus arrive?

Balmain East to Manly bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J station.

Can I drive from Balmain East to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain East to Manly is 21 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Balmain East to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 4731+ hotels available in Manly.

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There are 5 ways to get from Balmain East to Manly by ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
20 min
$7–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wynyard Station, Carrington St, Stand A to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand Jbus 170X
39 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain East to Manlytaxi 21 km
24 min
$60–80
Drive 21 km
1. Drive from Balmain East to Manlycar 21 km
24 min
$4–6
Ferry via Balmain East Wharf, Side A
1. Take the ferry from Balmain East Wharf, Side A to Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side Aferry F4 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
38 min
$14–40

Balmain East to Manly by ferry

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Distance: 11.4 km
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Balmain East, NSW, Australia and Manly, NSW, Australia?

Manly Fast Ferry operates a ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $10–13 and the journey takes 20 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Transport for NSW operates a bus from Wynyard Station, Carrington St, Stand A to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 39 min.

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