What is the cheapest way to get from Rose Bay to Balmain East?

The cheapest way to get from Rose Bay to Balmain East is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rose Bay to Balmain East?

The fastest way to get from Rose Bay to Balmain East is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct ferry between Rose Bay and Balmain East?

No, there is no direct ferry from Rose Bay to Balmain East. However, there are services departing from Rose Bay Wharf and arriving at Balmain Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Rose Bay to Balmain East?

The distance between Rose Bay and Balmain East is 9 km. The road distance is 12.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Rose Bay to Balmain East without a car is to ferry which takes 41 min and costs $13 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Rose Bay to Balmain East?

It takes approximately 41 min to get from Rose Bay to Balmain East, including transfers.

Can I drive from Rose Bay to Balmain East?

Yes, the driving distance between Rose Bay to Balmain East is 12 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Rose Bay to Balmain East.

Where can I stay near Balmain East?

There are 5331+ hotels available in Balmain East.

Rose Bay to Balmain East - 4 ways to travel via ferry, line 324 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Rose Bay to Balmain East by ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Rose Bay Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Bferry F9
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A to Balmain Wharfferry F8 / ...
41 min
$13–16
Drive 12.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rose Bay to Balmain Eastcar 12.3 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 324 bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from New South Head Rd At Kent Rd to Barangaroo Station, Hickson Rd, Stand Bbus 324 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A to Balmain Wharfferry F8 / ...
1h 19m
$10–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rose Bay to Balmain Easttaxi 12.3 km
14 min
$35–50

Rose Bay to Balmain East by ferry and foot

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41 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 9.4 km
Duration: 41 min

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

You can take a ferry from Rose Bay Wharf to Balmain Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B and Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A in around 41 min.

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