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

Sydney Airport SYD to Manly - Train Timetable

The T8 train from Sydney Airport SYD to Manly runs from 04:18 to 23:53, with departures every 5-15 min. The journey takes about 1 hr 9 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Sydney Airport SYD to Manly by ferry and train

To get from Sydney Airport SYD 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 9 min. The ferry and train schedule from Sydney Airport SYD may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry and train schedule to Manly on the Moovit app.

69min
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
    180 m • 3 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 Airport SYD to Manly

The distance between Sydney Airport SYD, Sydney and Manly, Sydney is approximately 23.4 km, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sydney Airport SYD 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 Airport SYD to Manly

To check the ferry and train timetable from Sydney Airport SYD to Manly using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Sydney Airport SYD) 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.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Train line T8, Train line T2, Ferry line MFF.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one ferry line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

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

    The T8 train line goes from Sydney International Airport Station near Sydney Airport SYD 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 Airport SYD to Manly by train and ferry?

    The total travel time between Sydney Airport SYD in Mascot and Manly in Sydney by train and ferry is about 1 hr 9 min.

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

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

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

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

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