What is the cheapest way to get from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay?

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead Point and Watsons Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay. However, there are services departing from Victoria Rd After Park Av and arriving at Robertson Park, Military Rd via William St At Palmer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct ferry between Birkenhead Point and Watsons Bay?

No, there is no direct ferry from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay. However, there are services departing from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A and arriving at Watsons Bay Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay?

The distance between Birkenhead Point and Watsons Bay is 17 km. The road distance is 16.6 km.

How do I travel from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay without a car is to ferry which takes 55 min and costs $14 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay?

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay bus from?

Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay bus services, operated by Transit Systems, depart from Victoria Rd After Park Av station.

Where does the Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay bus arrive?

Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay bus services, operated by Transit Systems, arrive at Riley St Opp Kennedy St station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay is 17 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay.

Where can I stay near Watsons Bay?

There are 5038+ hotels available in Watsons Bay.

Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay - 4 ways to travel via ferry, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay by ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side Aferry F3 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharfferry F9
55 min
$14–29
Drive 16.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Baycar 16.6 km
19 min
$3–5
Bus, line 324 bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Rd After Park Av to Riley St Opp Kennedy Stbus 504
2. Take the bus from William St At Palmer St to Robertson Park, Military Rdbus 324 / ...
1h 4m
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkenhead Point to Watsons Baytaxi 16.6 km
19 min
$50–65

Birkenhead Point to Watsons Bay by ferry

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Distance: 17.1 km
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Birkenhead Point, NSW, Australia and Watsons Bay, NSW, Australia?

You can take a ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Watsons Bay Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A and Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B in around 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Rd After Park Av to Robertson Park, Military Rd via Riley St Opp Kennedy St and William St At Palmer St in around 1h 4m.

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