Australia
Manly Fast Ferry Schedules 2026
Circular Quay to Manly in 20 minutes — on Opal fares
Est. 2009Manly, Sydney, Australia
Photo: Manly Fast Ferry at Circular Quay — Bahnfrend / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)- 0
- Routes
- 2
- Ports
- 9
- Vessels
- 2009
- Founded
Manly Fast Ferry is a ferry operator, founded in 2009 and based in Manly, Sydney, Australia. It operates 0 ferry routes serving 2 ports.
Timetables
Which routes does Manly Fast Ferry operate?
0 routes with live schedules.
No routes listed yet.
Network
Where does Manly Fast Ferry sail?
Manly Fast Ferry sails to 2 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- Licensed bar on board
- Opal network service
- Transfers and charters
- Sea Eagles Express on match days
- Manly Wharf 2 to Circular Quay Wharf 2 in 20 minutes, daily
- Opal network service — same single fare as the F1 ferry, with full Opal benefits
- Returned to Circular Quay Wharf 2 from 20 July
- Partnered with the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles
- Local beer from 4 Pines and Felons Brewing Co.
About
About Manly Fast Ferry
Manly Fast Ferry runs the quick version of Sydney's most famous harbour crossing: Manly Wharf 2 to Circular Quay Wharf 2 in 20 minutes, against roughly half an hour on the government F1 service. It sails daily and carries a licensed bar — which is not something the F1 offers.
It is an Opal service
This matters more than the operator's independence suggests: the route is an Opal network service, priced at the same single-journey fare as the F1 ferry, with the full range of Opal benefits — daily caps, weekly travel rewards and transfer discounts — applying exactly as they do elsewhere on the network. You are not paying a premium for the faster boat.
Wharf changes
Sydney's wharves shuffle during works, and the operator publishes service alerts accordingly — services returned to Circular Quay Wharf 2 from 20 July. Check the alert page before heading to the quay, since neighbouring wharves are a walk apart at Circular Quay.
Local partnerships
The company is tied closely to the Northern Beaches: it partners with the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles, running a "Sea Eagles Express" on match days with home-game ticket giveaways on board, and serves local beer from 4 Pines and, since July 2026, Felons Brewing Co.
Beyond the scheduled run
Alongside the timetabled service the company handles transfers and charters, and maintains a smartcard refund process and lost property service for regular commuters.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was Manly Fast Ferry founded?
Manly Fast Ferry was founded in 2009, and is headquartered in Manly, Sydney, Australia.
Where does Manly Fast Ferry sail?
Manly Fast Ferry operates 0 ferry routes and serves 2 ports in Australia, including Circular Quay, Manly.
How do I contact Manly Fast Ferry?
You can reach Manly Fast Ferry via their official booking site.
What facilities are available on Manly Fast Ferry ferries?
Manly Fast Ferry ferries typically offer Licensed bar on board, Opal network service, Transfers and charters, Sea Eagles Express on match days. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a Manly Fast Ferry ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a Manly Fast Ferry departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with Manly Fast Ferry.
How do I find Manly Fast Ferry ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every Manly Fast Ferry route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with Manly Fast Ferry before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
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