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How to get from Sydney International Airport to Manly by ferry and train?

Sydney International Airport to Manly - Train Timetable

The T8 train from Sydney International Airport to Manly runs from 04:18 to 23:53, with departures every 5-15 min. The journey takes about 1 hr 8 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Sydney International Airport to Manly by ferry and train

To get from Sydney International Airport to Manly in Sydney, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one ferry line: take the T8 train from Sydney International Airport 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 8 min. The ferry and train schedule from Sydney International Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry and train schedule to Manly on the Moovit app.

68min
Walk to train station
Train - T8
Train - T2
Ferry - MFF
MFF
Walk to Manly
Leaves from Sydney International Airport Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sydney International Airport Station
    ID 202030
    120 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - T8
    Wait for train
    T8
    City Circle via Museum
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central Station
    ID 200060
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - T2
    Wait for train
    T2
    Leppington
  • 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
    150 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Ferry - MFFMFF
    Wait for ferry
    MFF
    Manly
  • 8
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Manly Wharf
    ID 209573
    19 min
  • 9
    Walk to Manly
    Walk to
    Manly
    550 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Sydney International Airport to Manly

The distance between Sydney International Airport, Sydney and Manly, Sydney is approximately 23.34 km, which can typically be travelled in 68 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sydney International Airport to Manly by ferry and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Sydney – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Ferry And Train timetable from Sydney International Airport to Manly

To check the ferry and train timetable from Sydney International Airport to Manly using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Sydney International Airport) 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest ferry and train timetables.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Sydney International Airport to Manly?

    The fastest way takes 68 minutes, using Train line T8, Train line T2, Ferry line MFF.

  • Is there a direct train between Sydney International Airport and Manly?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one ferry line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Sydney International Airport to Manly?

    The T8 train line goes from Sydney International Airport Station near Sydney International Airport in Mascot to Central Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one ferry line till Central Station near Manly in Sydney.

  • How long does it take to travel from Sydney International Airport to Manly by train and ferry?

    The total travel time between Sydney International Airport in Mascot and Manly in Sydney by train and ferry is about 1 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Sydney International Airport to get to Manly?

    Get on the T8 train from the Sydney International Airport Station near Sydney International Airport in Mascot.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Sydney International Airport and Manly?

    Get off the train at the Central Station, which is closest to Manly in Sydney.