What is the cheapest way to get from Watsons Bay to Balmain?

The cheapest way to get from Watsons Bay to Balmain is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Watsons Bay to Balmain?

The fastest way to get from Watsons Bay to Balmain is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Watsons Bay and Balmain?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsons Bay to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Military Rd Opp Robertson Park and arriving at Darling St At Mort St via QVB, York St, Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Watsons Bay and Balmain?

No, there is no direct ferry from Watsons Bay to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Watsons Bay Wharf and arriving at Balmain Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Watsons Bay to Balmain?

The distance between Watsons Bay and Balmain is 14 km. The road distance is 15.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Watsons Bay to Balmain without a car is to ferry which takes 48 min and costs $14 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Watsons Bay to Balmain?

It takes approximately 48 min to get from Watsons Bay to Balmain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsons Bay to Balmain bus from?

Watsons Bay to Balmain bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Military Rd Opp Robertson Park station.

Where does the Watsons Bay to Balmain bus arrive?

Watsons Bay to Balmain bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Town Hall, Park St, Stand J station.

Can I drive from Watsons Bay to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsons Bay to Balmain is 16 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Watsons Bay to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 5223+ hotels available in Balmain.

Watsons Bay to Balmain - 4 ways to travel via ferry, and line 324 bus

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

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Watsons 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 / ...
48 min
$14–30
Drive 15.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsons Bay to Balmaincar 15.7 km
19 min
$3–5
Line 324 bus, line 442 bus
1. Take the bus from Military Rd Opp Robertson Park to Town Hall, Park St, Stand Jbus 324 / ...
2. Take the bus from QVB, York St, Stand B to Darling St At Mort Stbus 442
54 min
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watsons Bay to Balmaintaxi 15.7 km
19 min
$45–60

Watsons Bay to Balmain by ferry

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Distance: 13.6 km
Duration: 48 min

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

You can take a ferry from Watsons Bay Wharf to Balmain Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B and Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A in around 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Military Rd Opp Robertson Park to Darling St At Mort St via Town Hall, Park St, Stand J and QVB, York St, Stand B in around 54 min.

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