What is the cheapest way to get from North Sydney to Cockatoo Island?

The cheapest way to get from North Sydney to Cockatoo Island is to line 267 bus which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from North Sydney to Cockatoo Island?

The fastest way to get from North Sydney to Cockatoo Island is to line 267 bus which takes 14 min and costs $2 - $4.

Is there a direct bus between North Sydney and Cockatoo Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pacific Hwy After Shirley Rd and arriving at Greenwich Point Wharf, Lower Serpentine Rd. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

Is there a direct ferry between North Sydney and Cockatoo Island?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Jeffrey Street Wharf and arriving at Longueville Wharf. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from North Sydney to Cockatoo Island?

The distance between North Sydney and Cockatoo Island is 4 km.

How do I travel from North Sydney to Cockatoo Island without a car?

The best way to get from North Sydney to Cockatoo Island without a car is to line 267 bus which takes 14 min and costs $2 - $4.

How long does it take to get from North Sydney to Cockatoo Island?

The line 267 bus from Pacific Hwy After Shirley Rd to Greenwich Point Wharf, Lower Serpentine Rd takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the North Sydney to Cockatoo Island bus from?

North Sydney to Cockatoo Island bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Pacific Hwy After Shirley Rd station.

Where does the North Sydney to Cockatoo Island bus arrive?

North Sydney to Cockatoo Island bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Greenwich Point Wharf, Lower Serpentine Rd station.

Where can I stay near Cockatoo Island?

There are 5183+ hotels available in Cockatoo Island.

North Sydney to Cockatoo Island - 4 ways to travel via line 267 bus, and ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from North Sydney to Cockatoo Island by bus, ferry, taxi, or foot

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Line 267 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pacific Hwy After Shirley Rd to Greenwich Point Wharf, Lower Serpentine Rdbus 265 / ...
14 min
$2–4
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Jeffrey Street Wharf to Longueville Wharfferry Cclc
21 min
$7–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from North Sydney to Cockatoo Islandtaxi 11.6 km
15 min
$35–45
Walk
1. Take the foot from North Sydney to Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side Awalk 6.3 km
1h 13m

North Sydney to Cockatoo Island by bus

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Distance: 3.9 km
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between North Sydney, NSW, Australia and Cockatoo Island, NSW, Australia?

Busways operates a bus from Pacific Hwy After Shirley Rd to Greenwich Point Wharf, Lower Serpentine Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, Captain Cook Cruises operates a ferry from Jeffrey Street Wharf to Longueville Wharf every 4 hours. Tickets cost $8–20 and the journey takes 21 min. Sydney Ferries also services this route every 3 hours.

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