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

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Wollongong is to train via Darling St At Church St which costs $9 - $14 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Wollongong is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmain to Wollongong. However, there are services departing from Darling St At Church St and arriving at Wollongong via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Balmain and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct train from Balmain station to Wollongong station. However, there are services departing from John Street Square station and arriving at Wollongong Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Balmain to Wollongong?

The distance between Balmain and Wollongong is 85 km. The road distance is 79.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Balmain to Wollongong without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $11 - $15.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Balmain to Wollongong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Wollongong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balmain to Wollongong train from?

Balmain to Wollongong train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Balmain to Wollongong?

The best way to get from Balmain to Wollongong is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $11 - $15. Alternatively, you can line 433 bus and bus, which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Balmain to Wollongong bus arrive?

Balmain to Wollongong bus services, operated by Transit Systems, arrive at Pitt St Before Hay St station.

Where does the Balmain to Wollongong train arrive?

Balmain to Wollongong train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Wollongong Station.

Can I drive from Balmain to Wollongong?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Wollongong is 80 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Balmain to Wollongong.

Where can I stay near Wollongong?

There are 335+ hotels available in Wollongong.

Balmain to Wollongong - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Balmain to Wollongong by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
2h 27m
$11–15
Train via Darling St At Church St
cheapest
1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
2h 30m
$10–13
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain T8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand D to Crown St After Keira Stbus 887
3h 20m
$17–23
Drive 79.9 km
1. Drive from Balmain to Wollongongcar 79.9 km
1h 8m
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain to Wollongongtaxi 79.9 km
1h 8m
$220–270
Line 433 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Darling St At Church St to Pitt St Before Hay Stbus 433
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Wollongongbus Pm2
3h 30m
$27–39

Balmain to Wollongong by tram and train

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2h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 84.6 km
Duration: 2h 27m

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Wollongong Station hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Darling St At Church St to Wollongong via Pitt St Before Hay St and Central Station in around 3h 30m.

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