How to get from Cockatoo Island to Manly by ferry?

Cockatoo Island to Manly - Ferry Timetable

The F8 ferry from Cockatoo Island to Manly runs from 06:49 to 23:19, with departures every 30 min-1 hr. The journey takes about 1 hr 8 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Cockatoo Island to Manly by ferry

To get from Cockatoo Island to Manly in Sydney, take the F8 ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf station to Circular Quay Wharf 4 station. Next, 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 schedule from Cockatoo Island may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry schedule to Manly on the Moovit app.

68min
Walk to ferry station
Ferry - F8
Ferry - MFF
MFF
Walk to Manly
Leaves from Cockatoo Island Wharf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Cockatoo Island Wharf
    ID 20009
    460 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Ferry - F8
    Wait for ferry
    F8
    Circular Quay
  • 3
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Circular Quay Wharf 4
    ID 20005
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Circular Quay
    ID 200020
    210 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Ferry - MFFMFF
    Wait for ferry
    MFF
    Manly
  • 6
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Manly Wharf
    ID 209573
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to Manly
    Walk to
    Manly
    550 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Cockatoo Island to Manly

The distance between Cockatoo Island, Sydney and Manly, Sydney is approximately 19.55 km, which can typically be travelled in 68 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cockatoo Island to Manly by ferry, so no matter how you choose to travel in Sydney – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Ferry timetable from Cockatoo Island to Manly

To check the ferry timetable from Cockatoo Island to Manly using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cockatoo Island) and destination (Manly), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available ferry routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each ferry, 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 timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cockatoo Island to Manly?

    The fastest way takes 68 minutes, using Ferry line F8, Ferry line MFF.

  • Is there a direct ferry between Cockatoo Island and Manly?

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

  • Which ferry line goes from Cockatoo Island to Manly?

    The F8 ferry line goes from Cockatoo Island Wharf station near Cockatoo Island in Woolwich to Circular Quay Wharf 4 station. From there you’ll have to take one ferry line till Circular Quay Wharf 4 station near Manly in Sydney.

  • How long does it take to travel from Cockatoo Island to Manly by ferry?

    The total travel time between Cockatoo Island in Woolwich and Manly in Sydney by ferry is about 1 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the ferry near Cockatoo Island to get to Manly?

    Get on the F8 ferry from the Cockatoo Island Wharf station near Cockatoo Island in Woolwich.

  • Where do I get off the ferry when travelling between Cockatoo Island and Manly?

    Get off the ferry at the Circular Quay Wharf 4 station, which is closest to Manly in Sydney.

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