What is the cheapest way to get from Manly to Watsons Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Manly to Watsons Bay is to train and ferry which costs $80 - $280 and takes 16h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manly to Watsons Bay?

The fastest way to get from Manly to Watsons Bay is to train and fly and ferry which takes 5h 1m and costs $140 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Manly and Watsons Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Manly to Watsons Bay. However, there are services departing from Manly Rd at Whites Road and arriving at Robertson Park, Military Rd via Brisbane, Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand D and Edgecliff Station, Stand D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 46m.

How far is it from Manly to Watsons Bay?

The distance between Manly and Watsons Bay is 810 km. The road distance is 920.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Manly to Watsons Bay without a car is to train and ferry which takes 16h 50m and costs $80 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Manly to Watsons Bay?

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Manly to Watsons Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manly to Watsons Bay bus from?

Manly to Watsons Bay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where does the Manly to Watsons Bay bus arrive?

Manly to Watsons Bay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Manly to Watsons Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Manly to Watsons Bay is 920 km. It takes approximately 9h 59m to drive from Manly to Watsons Bay.

Where can I stay near Watsons Bay?

There are 5183+ hotels available in Watsons Bay.

Manly to Watsons Bay - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Manly to Watsons Bay by train, plane, ferry, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Manly station, platform 1 to Fortitude Valley station, platform 2train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNE - SYD
3. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharfferry
5h 1m
$140–454
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharfferry F9
16h 50m
$80–278
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus Sydney
20h 46m
$156–340
Drive 920.2 km
1. Drive from Manly to Watsons Baycar 920.2 km
9h 59m
$165–238
Train to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, ferry
1. Take the train from Boggo Road station, platform 8 to Robina station, platform 1train
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OOL - SYD
3. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharfferry
6h 41m
$106–352
Fly Brisbane Airport to Newcastle Airport, train, ferry
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane BNE - NTL
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central Stationtrain
3. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharfferry
8h 33m
$140–442
Bus via Chatswood
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Chatswoodbus Pm11
21h 15m
$128–194

Manly to Watsons Bay by train and ferry

12Weekly Services

16h 50mAverage Duration

$80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 809.8 km
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Manly, QLD, Australia and Watsons Bay, NSW, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Brisbane to Central Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $150–330 and the journey takes 18h.

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