What is the cheapest way to get from Balmain to Sydney Opera House?

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Sydney Opera House is to ferry which costs $6 - $8 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balmain to Sydney Opera House?

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Sydney Opera House is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $24 - $29.

Is there a direct ferry between Balmain and Sydney Opera House?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Balmain Wharf and arriving at Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side B. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Balmain to Sydney Opera House?

The distance between Balmain and Sydney Opera House is 4 km.

How do I travel from Balmain to Sydney Opera House without a car?

The best way to get from Balmain to Sydney Opera House without a car is to ferry which takes 20 min and costs $6 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Balmain to Sydney Opera House?

The ferry from Balmain Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side B takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where can I stay near Sydney Opera House?

There are 5298+ hotels available in Sydney Opera House.

Balmain to Sydney Opera House - 3 ways to travel via ferry, and line 442 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Balmain to Sydney Opera House by ferry, bus, or taxi

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Ferry
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1. Take the ferry from Balmain Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side Bferry F8 / ...
20 min
$6–8
Line 442 bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Darling St At Mort St to Balmain East Wharf, Darling Stbus 442
2. Take the ferry from Balmain East Wharf, Side A to Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side Aferry F4 / ...
38 min
$8–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain to Sydney Opera Housetaxi 6.8 km
9 min
$24–29

Balmain to Sydney Opera House by ferry and foot

332Weekly Services

20 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 4.1 km
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Balmain, NSW, Australia and Sydney Opera House, NSW, Australia?

Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Balmain Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side B every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6–8 and the journey takes 11 min.

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