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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Balmain East is to bus via Gordon Station which costs $10 - $20 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Balmain East is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Balmain East?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Balmain East station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Balmain East?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Balmain East station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange and arriving at Barangaroo Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Balmain East?

The distance between Newcastle and Balmain East is 159 km. The road distance is 153.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Balmain East without a car is to bus which takes 2h 47m and costs $30 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Newcastle to Balmain East, including transfers.

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

Newcastle to Balmain East bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Newcastle station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Balmain East train from?

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

Train or bus from Newcastle to Balmain East?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Balmain East is to bus which takes 2h 47m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13 - $18 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Newcastle to Balmain East bus arrive?

Newcastle to Balmain East bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Newcastle to Balmain East train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newcastle to Balmain East?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Balmain East is 154 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Newcastle to Balmain East.

Where can I stay near Balmain East?

There are 5246+ hotels available in Balmain East.

Newcastle to Balmain East - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Stationbus Sydney
2h 47m
$33–63
Bus via Gordon Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Gordon Station, Stand Cbus 15Cn
3h 13m
$11–20
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3h 1m
$13–18
Drive 153.6 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Balmain Eastcar 153.6 km
2h 3m
$28–40

Newcastle to Balmain East by bus and subway

38Weekly Services

2h 47mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.6 km
Duration: 2h 47m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Newcastle to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. 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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