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

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Ryde is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Ryde is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Ryde?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Victoria Rd Before Darling St and arriving at Blaxland Rd Before Hatton St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Balmain and Ryde?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A and arriving at Meadowbank Wharf. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Balmain to Ryde?

The distance between Balmain and Ryde is 9 km. The road distance is 10.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Balmain to Ryde without a car is to line 52 bus which takes 20 min and costs $3 - $4.

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

The line 52 bus from Victoria Rd Before Darling St to Blaxland Rd Before Hatton St takes 20 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Ryde bus from?

Balmain to Ryde bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Victoria Rd Before Darling St station.

Where does the Balmain to Ryde bus arrive?

Balmain to Ryde bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Blaxland Rd Before Hatton St station.

Can I drive from Balmain to Ryde?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Ryde is 10 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Balmain to Ryde.

Where can I stay near Ryde?

There are 5308+ hotels available in Ryde.

Balmain to Ryde - 4 ways to travel via line 52 bus, ferry, taxi, and car

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

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Line 52 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Victoria Rd Before Darling St to Blaxland Rd Before Hatton Stbus 501 / ...
20 min
$3–4
Drive 10.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balmain to Rydecar 10.2 km
12 min
$2–3
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Meadowbank Wharfferry F3
31 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain to Rydetaxi 10.2 km
12 min
$30–40

Balmain to Ryde by bus

2890Weekly Buses

20 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8.6 km
Duration: 20 min

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

Busways operates a bus from Victoria Rd Before Darling St to Blaxland Rd Before Hatton St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3–4 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Meadowbank Wharf every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 31 min.

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