What is the cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Balwyn?

The cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Balwyn is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Balwyn?

The fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Balwyn is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between South Melbourne and Balwyn?

No, there is no direct bus from South Melbourne to Balwyn. However, there are services departing from Ferrars St/City Rd and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd via County Court/Lonsdale St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between South Melbourne and Balwyn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southbank Tram Depot/Light Rail #125A and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from South Melbourne to Balwyn?

The distance between South Melbourne and Balwyn is 13 km. The road distance is 14.3 km.

How do I travel from South Melbourne to Balwyn without a car?

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Balwyn without a car is to line 109 tram which takes 54 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from South Melbourne to Balwyn?

The line 109 tram from Southbank Tram Depot/Light Rail #125A to Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 takes 54 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the South Melbourne to Balwyn bus from?

South Melbourne to Balwyn bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Ferrars St/City Rd station.

Where do I catch the South Melbourne to Balwyn train from?

South Melbourne to Balwyn train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Southbank Tram Depot/Light Rail #125A station.

Where does the South Melbourne to Balwyn bus arrive?

South Melbourne to Balwyn bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at A'Beckett St/Queen St station.

Where does the South Melbourne to Balwyn train arrive?

South Melbourne to Balwyn train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 station.

Can I drive from South Melbourne to Balwyn?

Yes, the driving distance between South Melbourne to Balwyn is 14 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from South Melbourne to Balwyn.

Where can I stay near Balwyn?

There are 5261+ hotels available in Balwyn.

South Melbourne to Balwyn - 4 ways to travel via line 109 tram

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There are 4 ways to get from South Melbourne to Balwyn by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 109 tram
best
1. Take the tram from Southbank Tram Depot/Light Rail #125A to Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47tram 109
54 min
$6
Drive 14.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from South Melbourne to Balwyncar 14.3 km
15 min
$3–4
Line 234 bus, line 302 bus
1. Take the bus from Ferrars St/City Rd to A'Beckett St/Queen Stbus 234
2. Take the bus from County Court/Lonsdale St to Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rdbus 302 / ...
1h 6m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Melbourne to Balwyntaxi 14.3 km
15 min
$35–45

South Melbourne to Balwyn by tram

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Distance: 13.2 km
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between South Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Balwyn, VIC, Australia?

Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Southbank Tram Depot/Light Rail #125A to Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ferrars St/City Rd to Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd via A'Beckett St/Queen St and County Court/Lonsdale St in around 1h 6m.

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