What is the cheapest way to get from Balmain East to Rose Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Balmain East to Rose Bay is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balmain East to Rose Bay?

The fastest way to get from Balmain East to Rose Bay is to ferry which takes 12 min and costs $7 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain East and Rose Bay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barangaroo Station, Hickson Rd, Stand A station and arriving at New South Head Rd Opp Elanora St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Balmain East and Rose Bay?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B and arriving at Rose Bay Wharf. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Balmain East to Rose Bay?

The distance between Balmain East and Rose Bay is 6 km. The road distance is 12.2 km.

How do I travel from Balmain East to Rose Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Balmain East to Rose Bay without a car is to ferry which takes 12 min and costs $7 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Balmain East to Rose Bay?

The ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Rose Bay Wharf takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Balmain East to Rose Bay bus from?

Balmain East to Rose Bay bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Barangaroo Station, Hickson Rd, Stand A.

Where does the Balmain East to Rose Bay bus arrive?

Balmain East to Rose Bay bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at New South Head Rd Opp Elanora St station.

Can I drive from Balmain East to Rose Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain East to Rose Bay is 12 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Balmain East to Rose Bay.

Where can I stay near Rose Bay?

There are 4942+ hotels available in Rose Bay.

Balmain East to Rose Bay - 4 ways to travel via ferry, line 324 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Balmain East to Rose Bay by ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Rose Bay Wharfferry F9
12 min
$7–10
Drive 12.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balmain East to Rose Baycar 12.2 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 324 bus
1. Take the bus from Barangaroo Station, Hickson Rd, Stand A to New South Head Rd Opp Elanora Stbus 324 / ...
37 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain East to Rose Baytaxi 12.2 km
14 min
$35–50

Balmain East to Rose Bay by ferry

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Distance: 5.8 km
Duration: 12 min

What companies run services between Balmain East, NSW, Australia and Rose Bay, NSW, Australia?

Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Rose Bay Wharf every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, Transport for NSW operates a bus from Barangaroo Station, Hickson Rd, Stand A to New South Head Rd Opp Elanora St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 37 min.

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