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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Balmain is to train which costs $13 - $17 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Balmain is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Balmain?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C and arriving at Darling St At Mort St via QVB, York St, Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Balmain?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Balmain station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange and arriving at Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Balmain?

The distance between Newcastle and Balmain is 163 km. The road distance is 152.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Balmain without a car is to bus via Gordon Station which takes 3h 8m and costs $10 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Newcastle to Balmain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Balmain bus from?

Newcastle to Balmain bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Balmain train from?

Newcastle to Balmain train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Newcastle Interchange station.

Train or bus from Newcastle to Balmain?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Balmain is to bus via Gordon Station which takes 3h 8m and costs $10 - $20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13 - $17 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Newcastle to Balmain bus arrive?

Newcastle to Balmain bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Gordon Station, Stand C.

Where does the Newcastle to Balmain train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newcastle to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Balmain is 152 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Newcastle to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 5263+ hotels available in Balmain.

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle to Balmain by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Gordon Station
best
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Gordon Station, Stand Cbus 15Cn
3h 8m
$11–20
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3h 24m
$13–17
Drive 152.5 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Balmaincar 152.5 km
2h 2m
$28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Stationbus Sydney
3h 10m
$33–62

Newcastle to Balmain by bus and train

272Weekly Services

3h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 162.8 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

Transport for NSW operates a bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Gordon Station, Stand C every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, Intercity Trains operates a train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $10–13 and the journey takes 2h 54m.

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