What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Balwyn?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Balwyn is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Balwyn?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Balwyn is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne CBD and Balwyn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne CBD and Balwyn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exhibition St/Collins St #7 and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Balwyn?

The distance between Melbourne CBD and Balwyn is 12 km. The road distance is 11.7 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne CBD to Balwyn without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Balwyn without a car is to line 302 bus which takes 27 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne CBD to Balwyn?

The line 302 bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Balwyn bus from?

Melbourne CBD to Balwyn bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Balwyn train from?

Melbourne CBD to Balwyn train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Exhibition St/Collins St #7 station.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Balwyn bus arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Balwyn bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Balwyn train arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Balwyn train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 station.

Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Balwyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Balwyn is 12 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Melbourne CBD to Balwyn.

Where can I stay near Balwyn?

There are 5264+ hotels available in Balwyn.

Melbourne CBD to Balwyn - 4 ways to travel via line 302 bus, and line 109 tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne CBD to Balwyn by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 302 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rdbus 302 / ...
27 min
$6
Drive 11.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne CBD to Balwyncar 11.7 km
13 min
$3
Line 109 tram
1. Take the tram from Exhibition St/Collins St #7 to Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47tram 109
39 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne CBD to Balwyntaxi 11.7 km
13 min
$30–40

Melbourne CBD to Balwyn by bus

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Distance: 12.2 km
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Melbourne CBD, VIC, Australia and Balwyn, VIC, Australia?

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Exhibition St/Collins St #7 to Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 39 min.

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