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

The cheapest way to get from Balmain East to Watsons Bay is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmain East to Watsons Bay is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $50 - $65.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barangaroo Station, Hickson Rd, Stand A station and arriving at Robertson Park, Military Rd. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B and arriving at Watsons Bay Wharf. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Balmain East to Watsons Bay?

The distance between Balmain East and Watsons Bay is 10 km. The road distance is 16.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Balmain East to Watsons Bay without a car is to ferry which takes 23 min and costs $7 - $20.

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

The ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharf takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

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

Where does the Balmain East to Watsons Bay bus arrive?

Balmain East to Watsons Bay bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Robertson Park, Military Rd station.

Can I drive from Balmain East to Watsons Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain East to Watsons Bay is 17 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Balmain East to Watsons Bay.

Where can I stay near Watsons Bay?

There are 5055+ hotels available in Watsons Bay.

Balmain East to Watsons Bay - 4 ways to travel via ferry, line 324 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Balmain East to Watsons 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 Watsons Bay Wharfferry F9
23 min
$7–20
Drive 16.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balmain East to Watsons Baycar 16.7 km
20 min
$3–5
Line 324 bus
1. Take the bus from Barangaroo Station, Hickson Rd, Stand A to Robertson Park, Military Rdbus 324 / ...
53 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain East to Watsons Baytaxi 16.7 km
20 min
$50–65

Balmain East to Watsons Bay by ferry

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Distance: 10.1 km
Duration: 23 min

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

Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharf hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 23 min. Captain Cook Cruises also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Transport for NSW operates a bus from Barangaroo Station, Hickson Rd, Stand A to Robertson Park, Military Rd every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 53 min.

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