Ferry passengers will now enjoy more trips on the iconic Freshwater vessels and extra services on the Parramatta River, with the NSW Government delivering an additional 60 services across the F1 (Manly) and F3 (Parramatta) routes during the week and another 36 on weekends.
Freshwater Class vessels will be permanently uplifted from operating every two hours to hourly, increasing from five services a day to 10, on weekdays and weekends.
As Sydney’s most popular ferry route, with vessels that can carry up to 1100 passengers, this is a major boost for passengers and a win for our city – doubling the options for a trip across the harbour.
The first services from Circular Quay will depart at 9.50am with the first service from Manly taking off at 10.30am.
The last service departing Circular Quay will be at 6.50pm and the last from Manly departing 7.30pm.
“Adding extra services to key routes in Sydney will support the return to work and school, increasing capacity and decreasing wait times for thousands of commuters,” said Minister for Transport Jo Haylen.
“Ferries are one of Sydney’s most beloved forms of public transport, so this is great news for our city – both in our west and between Manly and Circular Quay.”