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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Avalon?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmain to Avalon. However, there are services departing from Darling St At Church St and arriving at Barrenjoey Rd After Avalon Pde via QVB, York St, Stand B and Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Balmain to Avalon?

The distance between Balmain and Avalon is 47 km. The road distance is 39 km.

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

The best way to get from Balmain to Avalon without a car is to ferry and line 199 bus which takes 1h 39m and costs $18 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Balmain to Avalon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Avalon bus from?

Balmain to Avalon bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from QVB, York St, Stand B station.

Where does the Balmain to Avalon bus arrive?

Balmain to Avalon bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd station.

Can I drive from Balmain to Avalon?

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

Where can I stay near Avalon?

There are 1010+ hotels available in Avalon.

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

How to get fromBalmain to Avalon

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

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

Ferry, line 199 bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Balmain Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side Bferry F8 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
3. Take the bus from Manly Wharf, West Esplanade, Stand B to Barrenjoey Rd After Avalon Pdebus 199
1h 39m
$18–36
Drive 39 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balmain to Avaloncar 39 km
42 min
$7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain to Avalontaxi 39 km
42 min
$110–140
Bus, line 199 bus
1. Take the bus from QVB, York St, Stand B to Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rdbus Bn1
2. Take the bus from Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd to Barrenjoey Rd After Avalon Pdebus 199 / ...
1h 58m
$11–15

Balmain to Avalon by ferry and bus

328Weekly Services

1h 39mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Balmain to Avalon.

Launch map view

Distance: 47.4 km
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Darling St At Church St to Barrenjoey Rd After Avalon Pde via QVB, York St, Stand B and Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd in around 1h 58m.

Bus operators

Ferry 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.