What is the cheapest way to get from Parramatta River to Manly?

The cheapest way to get from Parramatta River to Manly is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Parramatta River to Manly?

The fastest way to get from Parramatta River to Manly is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Parramatta River and Manly?

No, there is no direct bus from Parramatta River to Manly. However, there are services departing from Greenwich Point Wharf, Lower Serpentine Rd and arriving at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via St Leonards Station, Pacific Hwy, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Parramatta River and Manly?

No, there is no direct ferry from Parramatta River to Manly. However, there are services departing from Balmain Wharf and arriving at Manly, Wharf 2 via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Parramatta River to Manly?

The distance between Parramatta River and Manly is 15 km. The road distance is 21 km.

How do I travel from Parramatta River to Manly without a car?

The best way to get from Parramatta River to Manly without a car is to ferry which takes 34 min and costs $14 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Parramatta River to Manly?

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Parramatta River to Manly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parramatta River to Manly bus from?

Parramatta River to Manly bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from St Leonards Station, Pacific Hwy, Stand A.

Where does the Parramatta River to Manly bus arrive?

Parramatta River to Manly bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J station.

Can I drive from Parramatta River to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between Parramatta River to Manly is 21 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Parramatta River to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 4731+ hotels available in Manly.

Parramatta River to Manly - 5 ways to travel via ferry, line 144 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Parramatta River to Manly by ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Balmain Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side Bferry F8 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
34 min
$14–29
Drive 21 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Parramatta River to Manlycar 21 km
23 min
$4–6
Line 144 bus
1. Take the bus from St Leonards Station, Pacific Hwy, Stand A to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand Jbus 144
56 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Parramatta River to Manlytaxi 21 km
23 min
$60–75
Ferry via Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A
1. Take the ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side Aferry F3 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
44 min
$14–29

Parramatta River to Manly by ferry

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Distance: 14.8 km
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Parramatta River, NSW, Australia and Manly, NSW, Australia?

You can take a ferry from Balmain Wharf to Manly, Wharf 2 via Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side B and Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A in around 34 min. Alternatively, Transport for NSW operates a bus from St Leonards Station, Pacific Hwy, Stand A to Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 43 min.

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