What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Macquarie Lighthouse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from William St At Palmer St and arriving at Old South Head Rd Opp Macquarie Lighthouse. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Sydney and Macquarie Lighthouse?

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 to Macquarie Lighthouse?

The distance between Sydney and Macquarie Lighthouse is 10 km. The road distance is 10.4 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse without a car is to ferry and taxi which takes 17 min and costs $23 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse?

It takes approximately 17 min to get from Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse bus from?

Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from William St At Palmer St station.

Where does the Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse bus arrive?

Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Old South Head Rd Opp Macquarie Lighthouse station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse is 10 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse.

Where can I stay near Macquarie Lighthouse?

There are 5129+ hotels available in Macquarie Lighthouse.

Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse - 5 ways to travel via ferry, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse by ferry, taxi, bus, or car

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Ferry, taxi
best
1. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Rose Bay Wharfferry F9
2. Take the taxi from Rose Bay Wharf to Macquarie Lighthousetaxi
17 min
$23–28
Drive 10.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sydney to Macquarie Lighthousecar 10.4 km
13 min
$2–3
Line 324 bus
1. Take the bus from William St At Palmer St to Old South Head Rd Opp Macquarie Lighthousebus 324
35 min
$3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydney to Macquarie Lighthousetaxi 10.4 km
13 min
$30–45
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharfferry F9
43 min
$7–20

Sydney to Macquarie Lighthouse by bus and foot

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Distance: 9.7 km
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Macquarie Lighthouse, NSW, Australia?

Transport for NSW operates a bus from William St At Palmer St to Old South Head Rd Opp Macquarie Lighthouse every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharf every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $7–9 and the journey takes 23 min. Captain Cook Cruises also services this route hourly.

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