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

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Silverwater is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Silverwater is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Silverwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmain to Silverwater. However, there are services departing from Victoria Rd Opp White Bay and arriving at Wetherill St North At Fariola St via Ermington Shops, Victoria Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct ferry between Balmain and Silverwater?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A and arriving at Rydalmere Wharf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Balmain and Silverwater?

No, there is no direct train from Balmain station to Silverwater station. However, there are services departing from John Street Square station and arriving at Olympic Park Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Balmain to Silverwater?

The distance between Balmain and Silverwater is 15 km. The road distance is 16.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Balmain to Silverwater without a car is to ferry which takes 44 min and costs $9 - $10.

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

The ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Rydalmere Wharf takes 44 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Silverwater bus from?

Balmain to Silverwater bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Victoria Rd Opp White Bay station.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Silverwater train from?

Balmain to Silverwater train services, operated by Sydney Light Rail, depart from John Street Square station.

Where does the Balmain to Silverwater bus arrive?

Balmain to Silverwater bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Ermington Shops, Victoria Rd station.

Where does the Balmain to Silverwater train arrive?

Balmain to Silverwater train services, operated by Sydney Light Rail, arrive at Central Grand Concourse station.

Can I drive from Balmain to Silverwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Silverwater is 16 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Balmain to Silverwater.

Where can I stay near Silverwater?

There are 5474+ hotels available in Silverwater.

Balmain to Silverwater - 6 ways to travel via train, ferry, and tram

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There are 6 ways to get from Balmain to Silverwater by ferry, tram, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Rydalmere Wharfferry F3
44 min
$9–10
Drive 16.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balmain to Silverwatercar 16.3 km
16 min
$3–5
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from John Street Square station to Central Grand Concourse stationtram L1
2. Take the train from Central Station to Olympic Park Stationtrain T7 / ...
53 min
$10–15
Line 52 bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Rd Opp White Bay to Ermington Shops, Victoria Rdbus 52
1h 3m
$5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain to Silverwatertaxi 16.3 km
16 min
$50–60
Ferry, line 526 bus
1. Take the ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Sydney Olympic Park Wharf, Side Aferry F3
2. Take the bus from Sydney Olympic Park Wharf, Hill Rd to Buruwang Park, Newington Bvdbus 526 / ...
48 min
$10–13

Balmain to Silverwater by ferry

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Distance: 14.7 km
Duration: 44 min

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

Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Rydalmere Wharf hourly. Tickets cost $9–10 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, Busways operates a bus from Victoria Rd Opp White Bay to Ermington Shops, Victoria Rd every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 37 min.

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