What is the cheapest way to get from Manly Beach to Chinatown?

The cheapest way to get from Manly Beach to Chinatown is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manly Beach to Chinatown?

The fastest way to get from Manly Beach to Chinatown is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Manly Beach and Chinatown?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand E and arriving at Wynyard Station, York St, Stand M station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Manly Beach and Chinatown?

No, there is no direct ferry from Manly Beach to Chinatown. However, there are services departing from Manly, Wharf 2 and arriving at Pyrmont Bay Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Manly Beach to Chinatown?

The distance between Manly Beach and Chinatown is 14 km. The road distance is 15.7 km.

How do I travel from Manly Beach to Chinatown without a car?

The best way to get from Manly Beach to Chinatown without a car is to ferry and tram which takes 29 min and costs $10 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Manly Beach to Chinatown?

It takes approximately 29 min to get from Manly Beach to Chinatown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manly Beach to Chinatown bus from?

Manly Beach to Chinatown bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand E station.

Where does the Manly Beach to Chinatown bus arrive?

Manly Beach to Chinatown bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Wynyard Station, York St, Stand M.

Can I drive from Manly Beach to Chinatown?

Yes, the driving distance between Manly Beach to Chinatown is 16 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Manly Beach to Chinatown.

Where can I stay near Chinatown?

There are 5205+ hotels available in Chinatown.

Manly Beach to Chinatown - 6 ways to travel via ferry, tram, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Manly Beach to Chinatown by ferry, tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Ferry, tram
best
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Aferry Mff
2. Take the tram from Circular Quay station to Chinatown stationtram L2 / ...
29 min
$10–25
Drive 15.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Manly Beach to Chinatowncar 15.7 km
16 min
$3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand E to Wynyard Station, York St, Stand Mbus 170X
36 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manly Beach to Chinatowntaxi 15.7 km
16 min
$45–60
Line 144 bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G to Neutral Bay Junction, Military Rd, Stand Cbus 144
2. Take the bus from Neutral Bay Junction, Military Rd, Stand A to QVB, York St, Stand Dbus 100
42 min
$8–12
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Aferry Mff
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A to Pyrmont Bay Wharfferry F4
56 min
$14–30

Manly Beach to Chinatown by ferry and tram

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Distance: 13.7 km
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Manly Beach, NSW, Australia and Chinatown, NSW, Australia?

Transport for NSW operates a bus from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand E to Wynyard Station, York St, Stand M hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Pyrmont Bay Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A and Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A in around 56 min.

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