What is the cheapest way to get from Central Station to Manly?

The cheapest way to get from Central Station to Manly is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Station to Manly?

The fastest way to get from Central Station to Manly is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Central Station and Manly?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Station station to Manly. However, there are services departing from Wynyard Station, Carrington St, Stand A and arriving at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct ferry between Central Station and Manly?

No, there is no direct ferry from Central Station to Manly. However, there are services departing from Pyrmont Bay Wharf and arriving at Manly, Wharf 2 via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Central Station to Manly?

The distance between Central Station and Manly is 15 km. The road distance is 17 km.

How do I travel from Central Station to Manly without a car?

The best way to get from Central Station to Manly without a car is to train and ferry which takes 31 min and costs $10 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Central Station to Manly?

It takes approximately 31 min to get from Central Station to Manly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central Station to Manly bus from?

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

Where does the Central Station to Manly bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Central Station to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Station to Manly is 17 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Central Station to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 4732+ hotels available in Manly.

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There are 5 ways to get from Central Station to Manly by train, ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Circular Quay Stationtrain T8 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
31 min
$10–27
Drive 17 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Central Station to Manlycar 17 km
21 min
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wynyard Station, Carrington St, Stand A to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand Jbus 170X
1h 16m
$7–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central Station to Manlytaxi 17 km
21 min
$50–65
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Pyrmont Bay Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side Aferry F4
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
1h 15m
$14–29

Central Station to Manly by train and ferry

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Distance: 14.6 km
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Central Station, NSW, Australia and Manly, NSW, Australia?

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. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Central Station to Manly, Wharf 2 via Pyrmont Bay Wharf, Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A, and Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A in around 1h 15m.

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