What is the cheapest way to get from Balmain to Watsons Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Watsons Bay is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balmain to Watsons Bay?

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Watsons Bay is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Watsons Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmain to Watsons Bay. However, there are services departing from Darling St At Church St and arriving at Robertson Park, Military Rd via QVB, York St, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct ferry between Balmain and Watsons Bay?

No, there is no direct ferry from Balmain to Watsons Bay. However, there are services departing from Balmain Wharf and arriving at Watsons Bay Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Balmain to Watsons Bay?

The distance between Balmain and Watsons Bay is 14 km. The road distance is 15.6 km.

How do I travel from Balmain to Watsons Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Balmain to Watsons Bay without a car is to ferry which takes 45 min and costs $14 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Balmain to Watsons Bay?

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Balmain to Watsons Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Watsons Bay bus from?

Balmain to Watsons Bay bus services, operated by Transit Systems, depart from Darling St At Church St station.

Where does the Balmain to Watsons Bay bus arrive?

Balmain to Watsons Bay bus services, operated by Transit Systems, arrive at QVB, York St, Stand B station.

Can I drive from Balmain to Watsons Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Watsons Bay is 16 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Balmain to Watsons Bay.

Where can I stay near Watsons Bay?

There are 5036+ hotels available in Watsons Bay.

Balmain to Watsons Bay - 4 ways to travel via ferry, and line 442 bus

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

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Ferry
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 B to Watsons Bay Wharfferry F9
45 min
$14–29
Drive 15.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balmain to Watsons Baycar 15.6 km
18 min
$3–4
Line 442 bus, line 324 bus
1. Take the bus from Darling St At Church St to QVB, York St, Stand Bbus 442
2. Take the bus from QVB, York St, Stand A to Robertson Park, Military Rdbus 324 / ...
1h 5m
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain to Watsons Baytaxi 15.6 km
18 min
$45–60

Balmain to Watsons Bay by ferry

328Weekly Ferries

45 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 13.5 km
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Balmain, NSW, Australia and Watsons Bay, NSW, Australia?

You can take a ferry from Balmain Wharf to Watsons Bay Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side B and Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B in around 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Darling St At Church St to Robertson Park, Military Rd via QVB, York St, Stand A in around 1h 5m.

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