What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay?

The fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney CBD and Watsons Bay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wynyard Station, York St, Stand G station and arriving at Robertson Park, Military Rd. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Sydney CBD and Watsons Bay?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B and arriving at Watsons Bay Wharf. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay?

The distance between Sydney CBD and Watsons Bay is 10 km. The road distance is 11.8 km.

How do I travel from Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay without a car is to ferry which takes 23 min and costs $7 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay?

The ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharf takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay bus from?

Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Wynyard Station, York St, Stand G.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay bus arrive?

Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Robertson Park, Military Rd station.

Can I drive from Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay is 12 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay.

Where can I stay near Watsons Bay?

There are 5055+ hotels available in Watsons Bay.

Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay - 4 ways to travel via ferry, line 324 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay by ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharfferry F9
23 min
$7–20
Drive 11.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sydney CBD to Watsons Baycar 11.8 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 324 bus
1. Take the bus from Wynyard Station, York St, Stand G to Robertson Park, Military Rdbus 324 / ...
49 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydney CBD to Watsons Baytaxi 11.8 km
14 min
$35–50

Sydney CBD to Watsons Bay by ferry

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Distance: 10.1 km
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Sydney CBD, NSW, Australia and Watsons Bay, NSW, Australia?

Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharf hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 23 min. Captain Cook Cruises also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Transport for NSW operates a bus from Wynyard Station, York St, Stand G to Robertson Park, Military Rd every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 49 min.

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