What is the cheapest way to get from Fitzroy to Balaclava?

The cheapest way to get from Fitzroy to Balaclava is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Fitzroy to Balaclava?

The fastest way to get from Fitzroy to Balaclava is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $26 - $32.

Is there a direct bus between Fitzroy and Balaclava?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vere St/Hoddle St and arriving at Carlisle St/Barkly St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Fitzroy and Balaclava?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 and arriving at Balaclava Station/Carlisle St #38 station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Fitzroy to Balaclava?

The distance between Fitzroy and Balaclava is 7 km. The road distance is 9.3 km.

How do I travel from Fitzroy to Balaclava without a car?

The best way to get from Fitzroy to Balaclava without a car is to line 246 bus which takes 25 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Fitzroy to Balaclava?

The line 246 bus from Vere St/Hoddle St to Carlisle St/Barkly St takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Fitzroy to Balaclava bus from?

Fitzroy to Balaclava bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Vere St/Hoddle St station.

Where do I catch the Fitzroy to Balaclava train from?

Fitzroy to Balaclava train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 station.

Where does the Fitzroy to Balaclava bus arrive?

Fitzroy to Balaclava bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Carlisle St/Barkly St station.

Where does the Fitzroy to Balaclava train arrive?

Fitzroy to Balaclava train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Balaclava Station/Carlisle St #38.

Can I drive from Fitzroy to Balaclava?

Yes, the driving distance between Fitzroy to Balaclava is 9 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Fitzroy to Balaclava.

Where can I stay near Balaclava?

There are 5309+ hotels available in Balaclava.

Fitzroy to Balaclava - 6 ways to travel via train, line 246 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Fitzroy to Balaclava by bus, tram, taxi, car, or train

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Line 246 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Vere St/Hoddle St to Carlisle St/Barkly Stbus 246
25 min
$6
Drive 9.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Fitzroy to Balaclavacar 9.3 km
11 min
$2–3
Line 3 tram
1. Take the tram from Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 to Balaclava Station/Carlisle St #38tram 3 / ...
38 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fitzroy to Balaclavataxi 9.3 km
11 min
$26–32
Line 11 tram, train
1. Take the tram from St David St/Brunswick St #15 to Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6tram 11
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Balaclava Stationtrain Sandringham
40 min
$12
Line 11 tram, line 3 tram
1. Take the tram from St David St/Brunswick St #15 to Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6tram 11
2. Take the tram from City Square/Swanston St #11 to Balaclava Station/Carlisle St #38tram 3 / ...
44 min
$12

Fitzroy to Balaclava by bus

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Distance: 7.2 km
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Fitzroy, VIC, Australia and Balaclava, VIC, Australia?

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Vere St/Hoddle St to Carlisle St/Barkly St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 to Balaclava Station/Carlisle St #38 every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 38 min.

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