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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Balmain East is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Balmain East is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Balmain East?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Balmain East. However, there are services departing from Penrith Station, Stand D and arriving at Darling St At Nicholson St via QVB, York St, Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Balmain East?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith station to Balmain East station. However, there are services departing from Penrith Station and arriving at Barangaroo Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Penrith to Balmain East?

The distance between Penrith and Balmain East is 59 km. The road distance is 52.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Balmain East without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs $9 - $15.

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

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Penrith to Balmain East, including transfers.

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

Penrith to Balmain East bus services, operated by CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit, depart from Penrith Station, Stand D.

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

Penrith to Balmain East train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Penrith Station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Balmain East?

The best way to get from Penrith to Balmain East is to train which takes 59 min and costs $9 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10 - $15 and takes 2h.

Where does the Penrith to Balmain East bus arrive?

Penrith to Balmain East bus services, operated by CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit, arrive at Town Hall, Park St, Stand K station.

Where does the Penrith to Balmain East train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penrith to Balmain East?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Balmain East is 52 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Penrith to Balmain East.

Where can I stay near Balmain East?

There are 5245+ hotels available in Balmain East.

Penrith to Balmain East - 5 ways to travel via train, line 52 bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Penrith to Balmain East by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Penrith Station to Central Stationtrain Bmt
59 min
$9–14
Train, line 52 bus
1. Take the train from Penrith Station to Parramatta Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the bus from Parramatta Station, Stand A3 to Town Hall House, Druitt St, Stand Nbus 52
1h 45m
$11–18
Drive 52.5 km
1. Drive from Penrith to Balmain Eastcar 52.5 km
43 min
$10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Penrith to Balmain Easttaxi 52.5 km
43 min
$150–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Penrith Station, Stand D to Town Hall, Park St, Stand Kbus N70
2h
$10–15

Penrith to Balmain East by train and subway

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Distance: 58.6 km
Duration: 59 min

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Penrith Station to Central Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 52 min. Sydney Trains also services this route every 10 minutes. Alternatively, CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit operates a bus from Penrith Station, Stand D to Town Hall, Park St, Stand K every 4 hours. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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