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 22m.

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 $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Manly?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Manly. However, there are services departing from Main Rd At Harrison St and arriving at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via Charlestown and Chatswood Station, Victoria Av, Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Manly?

The distance between Cardiff and Manly is 169 km. The road distance is 146 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 Premier Motor Service, depart from Charlestown station.

Where does the Cardiff to Manly bus arrive?

Cardiff to Manly bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Chatswood 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 5007+ hotels available in Manly.

Cardiff to Manly - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, line 144 bus

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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 22m
$15–25
Bus, line 144 bus
1. Take the bus from Charlestown to Chatswoodbus Pm11
2. Take the bus from Chatswood Station, Victoria Av, Stand F to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand Jbus 144
4h 27m
$38–56
Drive 146 km
1. Drive from Cardiff to Manlycar 146 km
1h 55m
$32–45

Cardiff to Manly by train and ferry

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3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.6 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Main Rd At Harrison St to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via Charlestown Square, Pearson St, Stand B, Charlestown, Chatswood, and Chatswood Station, Victoria Av, Stand F in around 4h 27m.

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