What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Manly?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Manly is to bus and line 141 bus which costs $13 - $20 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to Manly?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Manly is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Manly?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Manly. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via Chatswood Station, Victoria Av, Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Manly?

The distance between Newcastle and Manly is 179 km. The road distance is 157.1 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle to Manly without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Manly without a car is to train and ferry which takes 3h 26m and costs $20 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Manly?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Newcastle to Manly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Manly bus from?

Newcastle to Manly bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Newcastle station.

Where does the Newcastle to Manly bus arrive?

Newcastle to Manly bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Chatswood station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Manly is 157 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Newcastle to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 4767+ hotels available in Manly.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle to Manly by train, ferry, bus, or car

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
3h 26m
$20–40
Bus, line 141 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Gordon Station, Stand Cbus 15Cn
2. Take the bus from HomeCo Belrose, Garigal Rd to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand Jbus 141
3h 53m
$14–20
Bus, line 144 bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Chatswoodbus Pm11
2. Take the bus from Chatswood Station, Victoria Av, Stand F to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand Jbus 144
3h 27m
$33–46
Drive 157.1 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Manlycar 157.1 km
2h 8m
$29–41

Newcastle to Manly by train and ferry

269Weekly Services

3h 26mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.3 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Newcastle to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via Chatswood and Chatswood Station, Victoria Av, Stand F in around 3h 27m.

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