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

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Canberra is to train which costs $29 - $45 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Canberra is to ferry and fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $280 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Canberra?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmain to Canberra. However, there are services departing from Darling St At Church St and arriving at Canberra via Sydney Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Balmain and Canberra?

No, there is no direct train from Balmain station to Canberra station. However, there are services departing from John Street Square station and arriving at Canberra Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Balmain to Canberra?

The distance between Balmain and Canberra is 290 km. The road distance is 282.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Balmain to Canberra without a car is to bus which takes 3h 52m and costs $40 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Balmain to Canberra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Canberra bus from?

Balmain to Canberra bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Sydney Central Station.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Canberra train from?

Balmain to Canberra train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Balmain to Canberra?

The best way to get from Balmain to Canberra is to bus which takes 3h 52m and costs $40 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $45 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Balmain to Canberra bus arrive?

Balmain to Canberra bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Canberra station.

Where does the Balmain to Canberra train arrive?

Balmain to Canberra train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Canberra Station.

Can I drive from Balmain to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Canberra is 282 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Balmain to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 954+ hotels available in Canberra.

Balmain to Canberra - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, ferry, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Balmain to Canberra by bus, train, car, ferry, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Canberrabus Au100-1 / ...
3h 52m
$41–70
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Stationtrain 631 / ...
5h 23m
$29–45
Drive 282.1 km
1. Drive from Balmain to Canberracar 282.1 km
3h 8m
$52–74
Ferry, fly
1. Take the ferry from Balmain Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side Bferry
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane SYD - CBR
3h 6m
$280–498
Bus via Sydney International Airport (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberrabus Melbourne
4h 43m
$74–123

Balmain to Canberra by tram and train

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Distance: 289.6 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Balmain, NSW, Australia and Canberra, ACT, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Sydney Central Station to Canberra hourly. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a train from Central Station to Canberra Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $25–40 and the journey takes 4h 9m.

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