Getting from Sydney CBD to Manly Wharf takes about 43 min by public transport, on line L3, F1, T8, with 1 transfer, with about 6 min on foot.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line L3 towards Circular Quay Light Rail: board at Town Hall Light Rail, alight at Circular Quay Light Rail — 4 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 Town Hall Station Platform 6, alight at Circular Quay Station Platform 2 — 2 stops, 7 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Sydney CBD
The city centre between Circular Quay and Central, with Martin Place, Pitt Street Mall and the Queen Victoria Building.
Manly Wharf
The ferry wharf for the Manly ferry, with a bus interchange for the northern beaches.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Sydney CBD to Manly Wharf?
A typical trip takes about 43 minutes, of which roughly 6 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Sydney CBD to Manly Wharf?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is L3 + F1, with 1 transfers.
