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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to Manly is to bus and train which costs $20 - $35 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson Bay to Manly is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson Bay and Manly?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson Bay to Manly. However, there are services departing from Donald St At Stockton St and arriving at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via Newcastle and Chatswood Station, Victoria Av, Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Nelson Bay to Manly?

The distance between Nelson Bay and Manly is 230 km. The road distance is 209.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson Bay to Manly without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 23m and costs $20 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Nelson Bay to Manly, including transfers.

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

Nelson Bay to Manly bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, depart from Donald St At Stockton St station.

Where does the Nelson Bay to Manly bus arrive?

Nelson Bay to Manly bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, arrive at Newcastle Interchange, Stand B station.

Can I drive from Nelson Bay to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson Bay to Manly is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Nelson Bay to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 4865+ hotels available in Manly.

Nelson Bay to Manly - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nelson Bay to Manly by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 130 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Hornsby Stationtrain Ccn
5h 23m
$20–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle to Chatswoodbus Pm11
6h 14m
$43–62
Drive 209.7 km
1. Drive from Nelson Bay to Manlycar 209.7 km
2h 34m
$38–55
Bus via Hornsby Station, Stand B
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus 37Cn
6h 43m
$23–35

Nelson Bay to Manly by bus and train

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5h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 229.8 km
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via Newcastle Interchange, Stand B, Newcastle Interchange station, Newcastle Beach station, Newcastle, Chatswood, and Chatswood Station, Victoria Av, Stand F in around 6h 14m.

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