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28 h 13 min
2420 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Cairns to Manly

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Cheapest
By car (2 420 km)
28 h 13 min
2420 km.
from $133
Fastest
Plane to Manly
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Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Sydney Airport)
5 h 8 min
1955 km.
from $200.55
Train, Ferry
41 h 3 min
1953 km.
from $2011.60
Bus
2 d 22 min
1954 km.
from $313.63
Bus, Plane (Fly to Newcastle Airport)
8 h 27 min
1955 km.
from $252.10
Bus, Ferry
2 d 36 min
1953 km.
from $574.11

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Train from Hamilton Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.96–$8.90

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$483.36
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$241.68

Sydney Ferries

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/routes/ferry
Other from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly,
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.45–$5.98

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Chatswood
Ave. Duration:
17h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$572.39
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$470.64

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$623.27
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.12–$826.79

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$534.23

Other operators

Manly Fast Ferry

Phone:
1800 326 822
Website:
myfastferry.com.au/
Other from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly,
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.60–$7.63

Captain Cook Cruises

Phone:
+61 2 9206 1111
Email:
Website:
captaincook.com.au/
Other from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly,
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$6.23–$8.90

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$61.06–$4,498.63

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Manly?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Manly is to fly and ferry which costs $103.26 - $347.83 and takes 5h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Manly?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Manly is to fly and ferry which takes 5h 8m and costs $103.26 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Manly?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Manly. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Manly Wharf, West Promenade, Stand J via Brisbane Roma Street and Chatswood Station, Victoria Av, Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Cairns to Manly?

The distance between Cairns and Manly is 2001 km. The road distance is 2418.2 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Manly without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Manly without a car is to train and ferry which takes 41h 3m and costs $65.22 - $3913.04 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Manly?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Cairns to Manly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Manly bus from?

Cairns to Manly bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Where does the Cairns to Manly bus arrive?

Cairns to Manly bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Manly?

Manly is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 20:15 in Cairns and 21:15 in Manly.

Can I drive from Cairns to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Manly is 2418 km. It takes approximately 28h 27m to drive from Cairns to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 3347+ hotels available in Manly. Prices start at $72.88 per night.
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