What is the cheapest way to get from North Sydney to Birkenhead Point?

The cheapest way to get from North Sydney to Birkenhead Point is to subway and bus which costs $5 - $9 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from North Sydney to Birkenhead Point?

The fastest way to get from North Sydney to Birkenhead Point is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct ferry between North Sydney and Birkenhead Point?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from McMahons Point Wharf, Side A and arriving at Balmain West Wharf. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from North Sydney to Birkenhead Point?

The distance between North Sydney and Birkenhead Point is 10 km.

How do I travel from North Sydney to Birkenhead Point without a car?

The best way to get from North Sydney to Birkenhead Point without a car is to subway and bus which takes 18 min and costs $5 - $9.

How long does it take to get from North Sydney to Birkenhead Point?

It takes approximately 18 min to get from North Sydney to Birkenhead Point, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Birkenhead Point?

There are 5410+ hotels available in Birkenhead Point.

North Sydney to Birkenhead Point - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, and ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from North Sydney to Birkenhead Point by subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or foot

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1. Take the subway from Victoria Cross Station to Gadigal Stationsubway M1
2. Take the bus from Town Hall, Park St, Stand K to Victoria Rd Before Day Stbus 505 / ...
18 min
$5–9
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from McMahons Point Wharf, Side A to Balmain West Wharfferry F3
21 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from North Sydney to Birkenhead Pointtaxi 10.7 km
12 min
$35–45
Walk
1. Take the walk from North Sydney to Birkenhead Pointwalk 9.3 km
1h 46m

North Sydney to Birkenhead Point by subway and bus

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Distance: 10.5 km
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between North Sydney, NSW, Australia and Birkenhead Point, NSW, Australia?

Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from McMahons Point Wharf, Side A to Balmain West Wharf every 4 hours. Tickets cost $7–9 and the journey takes 21 min.

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