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

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Balmain is to train which costs $85 - $250 and takes 14h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Balmain is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $120 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Balmain?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at Darling St At Mort St via Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Brisbane and Balmain?

No, there is no direct train from Brisbane station to Balmain station. However, there are services departing from Roma Street Station and arriving at John Street Square station via Central Grand Concourse station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 40m.

How far is it from Brisbane to Balmain?

The distance between Brisbane and Balmain is 781 km. The road distance is 905.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Brisbane to Balmain without a car is to train which takes 14h 40m and costs $85 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Brisbane to Balmain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Balmain bus from?

Brisbane to Balmain bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Brisbane station.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Balmain train from?

Brisbane to Balmain train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Roma Street Station.

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane to Balmain?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Balmain is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $120 - $480. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $250 and takes 14h 40m, you could also bus, which costs $140 - $200 and takes 18h 17m.

Where does the Brisbane to Balmain bus arrive?

Brisbane to Balmain bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Brisbane and Balmain?

Balmain is 1h ahead of Brisbane. It is currently 9:18 AM in Brisbane and 10:18 AM in Balmain.

Where does the Brisbane to Balmain train arrive?

Brisbane to Balmain train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Brisbane to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Balmain is 906 km. It takes approximately 9h 39m to drive from Brisbane to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 5356+ hotels available in Balmain.

Brisbane to Balmain - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Brisbane to Balmain by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly Brisbane Airport to Sydney International Airport
best
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNE - SYD
3h 39m
$125–478
Train to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from South Brisbane station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OOL - SYD
5h 11m
$88–374
Train
1. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
14h 40m
$89–248
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus Pm11
18h 17m
$142–196
Drive 905.6 km
1. Drive from Brisbane to Balmaincar 905.6 km
9h 39m
$165–238
Train to Sunshine Coast Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
1. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
2. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MCY - SYD
6h 25m
$94–404
Fly Brisbane Airport to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane BNE - NTL
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Epping Stationtrain
6h 55m
$122–405
Bus via Brisbane (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus Sydney
18h 32m
$155–352

Brisbane to Balmain by train and tram

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14h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 780.8 km
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Brisbane, QLD, Australia and Balmain, NSW, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) every 30 minutes. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Roma Street Station to Central Station twice daily. Tickets cost $85–250 and the journey takes 14h 25m.

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