What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Balmain East?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Balmain East is to bus which costs $70 - $80 and takes 11h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Balmain East?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Balmain East is to fly and ferry which takes 4h 5m and costs $130 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Balmain East?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Balmain East. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Darling St At Nicholson St via Liverpool Station, Stand G and QVB, York St, Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 57m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Balmain East?

The distance between Melbourne and Balmain East is 744 km. The road distance is 854.1 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Balmain East without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Balmain East without a car is to train and ferry which takes 11h 50m and costs $90 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Balmain East?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Melbourne to Balmain East, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Balmain East bus from?

Melbourne to Balmain East bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Melbourne to Balmain East bus arrive?

Melbourne to Balmain East bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Liverpool station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Balmain East?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Balmain East is 854 km. It takes approximately 9h 6m to drive from Melbourne to Balmain East.

Where can I stay near Balmain East?

There are 5331+ hotels available in Balmain East.

Melbourne to Balmain East - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne to Balmain East by plane, ferry, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Melbourne Airport, ferry
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A to Balmain Wharfferry
4h 5m
$138–444
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpoolbus Sydney
11h 57m
$70–77
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A to Balmain Wharfferry F8 / ...
11h 50m
$91–250
Drive 854.1 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Balmain Eastcar 854.1 km
9h 6m
$156–225
Train to Avalon Airport, fly, ferry
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lara Stationtrain
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane AVV - SYD
3. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A to Balmain Wharfferry
5h 33m
$122–438
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A to Balmain Wharfferry F8 / ...
12h 43m
$137–204

Melbourne to Balmain East by train, subway, foot, and ferry

28Weekly Services

11h 50mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 744.2 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Balmain East, NSW, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpool once daily. Tickets cost $63–66 and the journey takes 10h 15m.

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