What is the cheapest way to get from Avalon to Balmain?

The cheapest way to get from Avalon to Balmain is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Avalon to Balmain?

The fastest way to get from Avalon to Balmain is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Avalon and Balmain?

No, there is no direct bus from Avalon to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Avalon Beach SLSC, Barrenjoey Rd and arriving at Mullens St At Beattie St via Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd and QVB, York St, Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Avalon to Balmain?

The distance between Avalon and Balmain is 49 km. The road distance is 39.1 km.

How do I travel from Avalon to Balmain without a car?

The best way to get from Avalon to Balmain without a car is to line 199 bus and bus which takes 1h 44m and costs $10 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Avalon to Balmain?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Avalon to Balmain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Avalon to Balmain bus from?

Avalon to Balmain bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Avalon Beach SLSC, Barrenjoey Rd station.

Where does the Avalon to Balmain bus arrive?

Avalon to Balmain bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Barrenjoey Rd Opp Village Park station.

Can I drive from Avalon to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Avalon to Balmain is 39 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Avalon to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 5263+ hotels available in Balmain.

Avalon to Balmain - 4 ways to travel via line 199 bus, bus, car, taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Avalon to Balmain by bus, car, taxi, or ferry

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Line 199 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Avalon Beach SLSC, Barrenjoey Rd to Barrenjoey Rd Opp Village Parkbus 199 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd to QVB, York St, Stand Ebus Bn1
1h 44m
$10–16
Drive 39.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Avalon to Balmaincar 39.1 km
42 min
$7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Avalon to Balmaintaxi 39.1 km
42 min
$110–140
Line 199 bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Avalon Beach SLSC, Barrenjoey Rd to Manly Wharf, West Esplanade, Stand Bbus 199
2. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Aferry Mff
3. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A to Balmain Wharfferry F8 / ...
1h 56m
$19–36

Avalon to Balmain by bus

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1h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 48.6 km
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Avalon, NSW, Australia and Balmain, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Avalon Beach SLSC, Barrenjoey Rd to Mullens St At Beattie St via Barrenjoey Rd Opp Village Park, Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd, QVB, York St, Stand E, and QVB, York St, Stand B in around 1h 44m.

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