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

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to West Ryde is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmain to West Ryde is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and West Ryde?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Victoria Rd Opp White Bay and arriving at West Ryde Station, Victoria Rd, Stand F station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Balmain and West Ryde?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A and arriving at Meadowbank Wharf. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Balmain and West Ryde?

No, there is no direct train from Balmain station to West Ryde station. However, there are services departing from John Street Square station and arriving at West Ryde Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Balmain to West Ryde?

The distance between Balmain and West Ryde is 10 km. The road distance is 12.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Balmain to West Ryde without a car is to ferry which takes 31 min and costs $8 - $9.

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

The ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Meadowbank Wharf takes 31 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Balmain to West Ryde bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balmain to West Ryde train from?

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

Where does the Balmain to West Ryde bus arrive?

Balmain to West Ryde bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at West Ryde Station, Victoria Rd, Stand F.

Where does the Balmain to West Ryde train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balmain to West Ryde?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to West Ryde is 12 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Balmain to West Ryde.

Where can I stay near West Ryde?

There are 5480+ hotels available in West Ryde.

Balmain to West Ryde - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, line 52 bus, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Balmain to West Ryde by ferry, bus, tram, train, taxi, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Meadowbank Wharfferry F3
31 min
$8–9
Line 52 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Rd Opp White Bay to West Ryde Station, Victoria Rd, Stand Fbus 52
31 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 West Ryde Stationtrain T9
49 min
$25–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain to West Rydetaxi 12.5 km
14 min
$40–50
Drive 12.5 km
1. Drive from Balmain to West Rydecar 12.5 km
14 min
$3–4

Balmain to West Ryde by ferry

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Distance: 9.8 km
Duration: 31 min

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

Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Meadowbank Wharf every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $8–9 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Busways operates a bus from Victoria Rd Opp White Bay to West Ryde Station, Victoria Rd, Stand F every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 31 min.

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