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

The cheapest way to get from West Ryde to Balmain East is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from West Ryde to Balmain East is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between West Ryde and Balmain East?

No, there is no direct bus from West Ryde station to Balmain East. However, there are services departing from West Ryde Station, Ryedale Rd, Stand G and arriving at Miller St Before Harris St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct ferry between West Ryde and Balmain East?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Meadowbank Wharf and arriving at Balmain East Wharf, Side A. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from West Ryde to Balmain East?

The distance between West Ryde and Balmain East is 13 km. The road distance is 13.5 km.

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

The best way to get from West Ryde to Balmain East without a car is to ferry which takes 38 min and costs $8 - $10.

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

The ferry from Meadowbank Wharf to Balmain East Wharf, Side A takes 38 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

West Ryde to Balmain East bus services, operated by Busways, depart from West Ryde Station, Ryedale Rd, Stand G.

Where does the West Ryde to Balmain East bus arrive?

West Ryde to Balmain East bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Miller St Before Harris St station.

Can I drive from West Ryde to Balmain East?

Yes, the driving distance between West Ryde to Balmain East is 13 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from West Ryde to Balmain East.

Where can I stay near Balmain East?

There are 5472+ hotels available in Balmain East.

West Ryde to Balmain East - 6 ways to travel via train, ferry, and line 501 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from West Ryde to Balmain East by ferry, bus, train, subway, taxi, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Meadowbank Wharf to Balmain East Wharf, Side Aferry F3
38 min
$8–10
Drive 13.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from West Ryde to Balmain Eastcar 13.5 km
16 min
$3–5
Line 501 bus
1. Take the bus from West Ryde Station, Ryedale Rd, Stand G to Miller St Before Harris Stbus 501
44 min
$23–27
Train, subway, ferry
1. Take the train from West Ryde Station to Epping Stationtrain T9
2. Take the subway from Epping Station to Barangaroo Stationsubway M1
3. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A to Balmain Wharfferry F8 / ...
1h 13m
$13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Ryde to Balmain Easttaxi 13.5 km
16 min
$40–55
Line 501 bus, line 442 bus
1. Take the bus from West Ryde Station, Ryedale Rd, Stand G to Victoria Rd At Loughlin Stbus 501
2. Take the bus from Robert St At Crescent St to Darling St At Nicholson Stbus 442
44 min
$5–7

West Ryde to Balmain East by ferry

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Distance: 12.6 km
Duration: 38 min

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

Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Meadowbank Wharf to Balmain East Wharf, Side A hourly. Tickets cost $8–10 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, Busways operates a bus from West Ryde Station, Ryedale Rd, Stand G to Miller St Before Harris St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 37 min.

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