What is the cheapest way to get from Balaclava to Collingwood?

The cheapest way to get from Balaclava to Collingwood is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balaclava to Collingwood?

The fastest way to get from Balaclava to Collingwood is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $25 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Balaclava and Collingwood?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from National Theatre/Barkly St and arriving at Vere St/Hoddle St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

Is there a direct train between Balaclava and Collingwood?

No, there is no direct train from Balaclava station to Collingwood station. However, there are services departing from Balaclava Station and arriving at Collingwood Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Balaclava to Collingwood?

The distance between Balaclava and Collingwood is 7 km. The road distance is 8.7 km.

How do I travel from Balaclava to Collingwood without a car?

The best way to get from Balaclava to Collingwood without a car is to line 246 bus which takes 24 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Balaclava to Collingwood?

The line 246 bus from National Theatre/Barkly St to Vere St/Hoddle St takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Balaclava to Collingwood bus from?

Balaclava to Collingwood bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from National Theatre/Barkly St station.

Where do I catch the Balaclava to Collingwood train from?

Balaclava to Collingwood train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Balaclava Station.

Train or bus from Balaclava to Collingwood?

The best way to get from Balaclava to Collingwood is to line 246 bus which takes 24 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6 and takes 33 min.

Where does the Balaclava to Collingwood bus arrive?

Balaclava to Collingwood bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Vere St/Hoddle St station.

Where does the Balaclava to Collingwood train arrive?

Balaclava to Collingwood train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Balaclava to Collingwood?

Yes, the driving distance between Balaclava to Collingwood is 9 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Balaclava to Collingwood.

Where can I stay near Collingwood?

There are 5314+ hotels available in Collingwood.

Balaclava to Collingwood - 6 ways to travel via train, line 246 bus, and taxi

How to get fromBalaclava to Collingwood

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Balaclava to Collingwood by bus, train, taxi, car, or tram

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 246 bus
best
1. Take the bus from National Theatre/Barkly St to Vere St/Hoddle Stbus 246
24 min
$6
Drive 8.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balaclava to Collingwoodcar 8.7 km
10 min
$2–3
Train, line 246 bus
1. Take the train from Balaclava Station to Richmond Stationtrain Sandringham
2. Take the bus from Swan St/Punt Rd to Vere St/Hoddle Stbus 246
26 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balaclava to Collingwoodtaxi 8.7 km
10 min
$25–30
Train
1. Take the train from Balaclava Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Sandringham
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Collingwood Stationtrain Hurstbridge / ...
33 min
$6
Line 3 tram, line 86 tram
1. Take the tram from Balaclava Station/Carlisle St #38 to Bourke Street Mall/Swanston St #10tram 3 / ...
2. Take the tram from Swanston St/Bourke St #6 to Hodgson St/Smith St #18tram 86
51 min
$12

Balaclava to Collingwood by bus

556Weekly Buses

24 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Balaclava to Collingwood.

Launch map view

Distance: 7.4 km
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Balaclava, VIC, Australia and Collingwood, VIC, Australia?

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from National Theatre/Barkly St to Vere St/Hoddle St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Balaclava Station to Collingwood Station via Flinders Street Station in around 33 min.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.