What is the cheapest way to get from West Ryde to Balmain?

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

What is the fastest way to get from West Ryde to Balmain?

The fastest way to get from West Ryde to Balmain is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between West Ryde and Balmain?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from West Ryde Station, Victoria Rd, Stand E station and arriving at Victoria Rd After Darling St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct ferry between West Ryde and Balmain?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Meadowbank Wharf and arriving at Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from West Ryde to Balmain?

The distance between West Ryde and Balmain is 11 km. The road distance is 12.4 km.

How do I travel from West Ryde to Balmain without a car?

The best way to get from West Ryde to Balmain without a car is to line 52 bus which takes 28 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from West Ryde to Balmain?

The line 52 bus from West Ryde Station, Victoria Rd, Stand E to Victoria Rd After Darling St takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the West Ryde to Balmain bus from?

West Ryde to Balmain bus services, operated by Busways, depart from West Ryde Station, Victoria Rd, Stand E.

Where does the West Ryde to Balmain bus arrive?

West Ryde to Balmain bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Victoria Rd After Darling St station.

Can I drive from West Ryde to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between West Ryde to Balmain is 12 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from West Ryde to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 5218+ hotels available in Balmain.

West Ryde to Balmain - 5 ways to travel via line 52 bus, ferry, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from West Ryde to Balmain by bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Line 52 bus
best
1. Take the bus from West Ryde Station, Victoria Rd, Stand E to Victoria Rd After Darling Stbus 52
28 min
$3–5
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Meadowbank Wharf to Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side Aferry F3
31 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Ryde to Balmaintaxi 12.4 km
14 min
$40–50
Drive 12.4 km
1. Drive from West Ryde to Balmaincar 12.4 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 52 bus, line 442 bus
1. Take the bus from West Ryde Station, Victoria Rd, Stand E to White Bay, Victoria Rdbus 52
2. Take the bus from White Bay, Victoria Rd to Darling St At Mort Stbus 442
56 min
$6–8

West Ryde to Balmain by bus

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Distance: 11.4 km
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between West Ryde, NSW, Australia and Balmain, NSW, Australia?

Busways operates a bus from West Ryde Station, Victoria Rd, Stand E to Victoria Rd After Darling St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Meadowbank Wharf to Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 31 min.

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