How to get from Parramatta to Manly by ferry and train?

From Parramatta to Manly by ferry and train

To get from Parramatta to Manly in Manly (NSW), you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one ferry line: take the T1 train from Parramatta Station station to Central Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the T2 train and finally take the MFF ferry from Circular Quay station to Manly Wharf station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ferry and train schedule from Parramatta may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry and train schedule to Manly on the Moovit app.

72min
Train - T1
Train - T2
Ferry - MFF
MFF
Walk to Manly
Leaves from Parramatta Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Parramatta
  • 2
    Train - T1
    Wait for train
    T1
    North Sydney
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central Station
    ID 200060
    25 min
  • 4
    Train - T2
    Wait for train
    T2
    Redfern
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Circular Quay Station
    ID 200020
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Circular Quay
    ID 200020
    110 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Ferry - MFFMFF
    Wait for ferry
    MFF
    Manly
  • 8
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Manly Wharf
    ID 209573
    20 min
  • 9
    Walk to Manly
    Walk to
    Manly
    South Steyne
    560 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Parramatta to Manly by ferry and train via T1, T8 and MFF

To get from Parramatta to Manly in Manly (NSW), you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one ferry line: take the T1 train from Parramatta Station station to Central Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the T8 train and finally take the MFF ferry from Circular Quay station to Manly Wharf station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min. The ferry and train schedule from Parramatta may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry and train schedule to Manly on the Moovit app.

75min
Train - T1
Train - T8
Ferry - MFF
MFF
Walk to Manly
Leaves from Parramatta Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Parramatta
  • 2
    Train - T1
    Wait for train
    T1
    Hornsby via Gordon
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central Station
    ID 200060
    25 min
  • 4
    Train - T8
    Wait for train
    T8
    Revesby
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Circular Quay Station
    ID 200020
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Circular Quay
    ID 200020
    110 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Ferry - MFFMFF
    Wait for ferry
    MFF
    Manly
  • 8
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Manly Wharf
    ID 209573
    20 min
  • 9
    Walk to Manly
    Walk to
    Manly
    South Steyne
    560 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Parramatta to Manly

The distance between Parramatta, Manly (NSW) and Manly, Manly (NSW) is approximately 36.42 km, which can typically be travelled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Parramatta to Manly by ferry and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manly (NSW) – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Ferry And Train schedule from Parramatta to Manly

To check the ferry and train schedule from Parramatta to Manly using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Parramatta) and destination (Manly), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available ferry and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each ferry and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest ferry and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Parramatta to Manly by ferry and train via T1, T8 and MFF

To get from Parramatta to Manly in Manly (NSW), you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one ferry line: take the T1 train from Parramatta Station station to Central Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the T8 train and finally take the MFF ferry from Circular Quay station to Manly Wharf station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min. The ferry and train schedule from Parramatta may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry and train schedule to Manly on the Moovit app.

75min
Train - T1
Train - T8
Ferry - MFF
MFF
Walk to Manly
Leaves from Parramatta Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Parramatta
  • 2
    Train - T1
    Wait for train
    T1
    Hornsby via Gordon
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central Station
    ID 200060
    25 min
  • 4
    Train - T8
    Wait for train
    T8
    Revesby
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Circular Quay Station
    ID 200020
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Circular Quay
    ID 200020
    110 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Ferry - MFFMFF
    Wait for ferry
    MFF
    Manly
  • 8
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Manly Wharf
    ID 209573
    20 min
  • 9
    Walk to Manly
    Walk to
    Manly
    South Steyne
    560 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Parramatta to Manly?

    The fastest way takes 72 minutes, using Train line T1, Train line T2, Ferry line MFF.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Parramatta to Manly?

    The alternative route takes 75 minutes, using Train line T1, Train line T8, Ferry line MFF.

  • Is there a direct train between Parramatta and Manly?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one ferry line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 12 min.

  • Which train line goes from Parramatta to Manly?

    The T1 train line goes from North Sydney station near Parramatta in Sydney to Central Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one ferry line till Central Station station near Manly in Manly (NSW).

  • How long does it take to travel from Parramatta to Manly by train and ferry?

    The total travel time between Parramatta in Sydney and Manly in Manly (NSW) by train and ferry is about 1 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Parramatta to get to Manly?

    Get on the T1 train from the North Sydney station near Parramatta in Sydney.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Parramatta and Manly?

    Get off the train at the Central Station station, which is closest to Manly in Manly (NSW).

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