What is the cheapest way to get from North Sydney to Manly?

The cheapest way to get from North Sydney to Manly is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from North Sydney to Manly?

The fastest way to get from North Sydney to Manly is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between North Sydney and Manly?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Falcon St At Moodie St and arriving at Ivanhoe Park, Sydney Rd. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct ferry between North Sydney and Manly?

No, there is no direct ferry from North Sydney to Manly. However, there are services departing from Milsons Point Wharf, Side B and arriving at Manly, Wharf 2 via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from North Sydney to Manly?

The distance between North Sydney and Manly is 13 km. The road distance is 11.7 km.

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

The best way to get from North Sydney to Manly without a car is to ferry which takes 32 min and costs $14 - $28.

How long does it take to get from North Sydney to Manly?

It takes approximately 32 min to get from North Sydney to Manly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Sydney to Manly bus from?

North Sydney to Manly bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Falcon St At Moodie St station.

Where does the North Sydney to Manly bus arrive?

North Sydney to Manly bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Ivanhoe Park, Sydney Rd station.

Can I drive from North Sydney to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between North Sydney to Manly is 12 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from North Sydney to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 5029+ hotels available in Manly.

North Sydney to Manly - 5 ways to travel via ferry, line 144 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from North Sydney to Manly by ferry, bus, taxi, car, or foot

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Milsons Point Wharf, Side B to Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side Bferry F3 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
32 min
$14–27
Line 144 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Falcon St At Moodie St to Ivanhoe Park, Sydney Rdbus 144 / ...
35 min
$3–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from North Sydney to Manlytaxi 11.7 km
14 min
$35–45
Drive 11.7 km
1. Drive from North Sydney to Manlycar 11.7 km
14 min
$3–4
Walk
1. Take the walk from North Sydney to Manlywalk 11.4 km
2h 16m

North Sydney to Manly by ferry and foot

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Distance: 12.8 km
Duration: 32 min

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

You can take a ferry from Milsons Point Wharf, Side B to Manly, Wharf 2 via Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side B and Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A in around 32 min. Alternatively, Transport for NSW operates a bus from Falcon St At Moodie St to Ivanhoe Park, Sydney Rd every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 35 min.

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