The 7 nautical miles via the magnificent waterway of Sydney Harbour is the original and still best way to travel, arriving at Manly Wharf – a brand new food and wine oasis at Manly Cove. Since 1855 ferries have been plying this spectacular route between Circular Quay and Manly and today you have a variety of water transport options.

Sydney Ferries’ famous Manly Ferry is a "must do" for visitors and makes the 30 minute trip regularly, day and night. Manly Ferry timetables and information about fares, passes and attractions are available from www.sydneyferries.info

Also departing from Manly Wharf and Pier 2 are high speed ferry services operated by Sydney Fast Ferries and Manly Fast Ferries. Manly Fast Ferry offer an hourly service through the day, to Manly, Monday to Friday, along with extra services on the weekend.
Sydney Fast Ferries operates between Manly and Circular Quay from Monday through to Friday in the Morning and returning to service in the afternoon. The journey takes approximately 15 - 30 minutes.

Water Taxis
Sydney Water Taxis - 1300 666 484
Peninsula Water Taxis 0415 408 831
Yellow Water Taxis. Phone 1300 138 840

By road, Manly Warringah Cabs has been servicing the Northern Beaches since 1953 and can be booked by phoning 131668.

Bus services connect Manly with the City, the Northern Beaches and to the west, St Leonards and Epping and Manly Hospital. Please see Manly Wharf Bus Stop Guide

Manly Airport Bus transfers visitors to and from the Manly region, they can be booked on 9981 1453 . Travel time to Sydney Airport is approximately 40 minutes, depending on traffic.

However you make your way to Manly, we know your visit to this resort suburb in the City of Sydney will be something to write home about!

See Also:

• Travel & Transport Websites
• Access & transport Visitor Information
• Manly Maps