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

The cheapest way to get from Watsons Bay to Balmain East is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Watsons Bay to Balmain East is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Watsons Bay and Balmain East?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Old South Head Rd Opp Salisbury St and arriving at Barangaroo Station, Hickson Rd, Stand B station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Watsons Bay Wharf and arriving at Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Watsons Bay to Balmain East?

The distance between Watsons Bay and Balmain East is 10 km. The road distance is 16.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Watsons Bay to Balmain East without a car is to ferry which takes 23 min and costs $7 - $20.

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

The ferry from Watsons Bay Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Watsons Bay to Balmain East bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Old South Head Rd Opp Salisbury St station.

Where does the Watsons Bay to Balmain East bus arrive?

Watsons Bay to Balmain East bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Barangaroo Station, Hickson Rd, Stand B.

Can I drive from Watsons Bay to Balmain East?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsons Bay to Balmain East is 17 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Watsons Bay to Balmain East.

Where can I stay near Balmain East?

There are 5217+ hotels available in Balmain East.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Watsons Bay to Balmain East 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
23 min
$7–20
Drive 16.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsons Bay to Balmain Eastcar 16.8 km
20 min
$3–5
Line 324 bus
1. Take the bus from Old South Head Rd Opp Salisbury St to Barangaroo Station, Hickson Rd, Stand Bbus 324 / ...
49 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watsons Bay to Balmain Easttaxi 16.8 km
20 min
$50–65

Watsons Bay to Balmain East by ferry

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Distance: 10.1 km
Duration: 23 min

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

Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Watsons Bay Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 23 min. Captain Cook Cruises also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Transport for NSW operates a bus from Old South Head Rd Opp Salisbury St to Barangaroo Station, Hickson Rd, Stand B every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 49 min.

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