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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Manly is to train and line 144 bus which costs $15 - $25 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Manly is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Manly?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff station to Manly. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Station, Main Rd and arriving at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via Hornsby Station, Stand B and Falcon St At Alexander St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Manly?

The distance between Cardiff and Manly is 169 km. The road distance is 145.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Manly without a car is to train and ferry which takes 3h 10m and costs $20 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Cardiff to Manly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Manly bus from?

Cardiff to Manly bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Cardiff Station, Main Rd.

Where does the Cardiff to Manly bus arrive?

Cardiff to Manly bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at George St Opp Hornsby Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Manly is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Cardiff to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 5033+ hotels available in Manly.

Cardiff to Manly - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Manly by train, ferry, bus, or car

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Station to Central Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
3h 10m
$20–38
Train, line 144 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Station to Hornsby Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the bus from Chatswood Station, Victoria Av, Stand F to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand Jbus 144
3h 23m
$15–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Station, Main Rd to George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus 37Cn
4h 34m
$18–27
Drive 145.7 km
1. Drive from Cardiff to Manlycar 145.7 km
1h 55m
$27–39

Cardiff to Manly by train and ferry

289Weekly Services

3h 10mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.6 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Transport for NSW operates a bus from Cardiff Station, Main Rd to George St Opp Hornsby Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $10–15 and the journey takes 2h 18m.

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