Central Station → Manly: about 54 min, on line T2, F1, T8, with 1 transfer, plus about 15 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line T2 towards Parramatta Station Platform 4: board at Central Station Platform 21, alight at Circular Quay Station Platform 1 — 3 stops, 9 min ride.
- Line F1 towards Manly, Wharf 1: board at Circular Quay, Wharf 3, Side A, alight at Manly, Wharf 1 — 1 stops, 22 min ride.
- Line T8 towards Macarthur Station Platform 1: board at Central Station Platform 17, alight at Circular Quay Station Platform 2 — 3 stops, 10 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Central Station
Sydney's main railway station, with suburban, intercity and regional trains, the metro, light rail and coaches.
Manly
A beach town between harbour and ocean, reached by the Manly ferry from Circular Quay.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Central Station to Manly?
A typical trip takes about 54 minutes, of which roughly 15 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Central Station to Manly?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is T2 + F1, with 1 transfers.
From Central Station onward
