What is the cheapest way to get from Wollongong to Balmain?

The cheapest way to get from Wollongong to Balmain is to train which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wollongong to Balmain?

The fastest way to get from Wollongong to Balmain is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Wollongong and Balmain?

No, there is no direct bus from Wollongong station to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Wollongong Station, Station St and arriving at Darling St At Mort St via Pitt St Opp Barlow St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Wollongong and Balmain?

No, there is no direct train from Wollongong station to Balmain station. However, there are services departing from Wollongong Station and arriving at Town Hall Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Wollongong to Balmain?

The distance between Wollongong and Balmain is 88 km. The road distance is 80.1 km.

How do I travel from Wollongong to Balmain without a car?

The best way to get from Wollongong to Balmain without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs $9 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Wollongong to Balmain?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Wollongong to Balmain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wollongong to Balmain bus from?

Wollongong to Balmain bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Wollongong Station, Station St.

Where do I catch the Wollongong to Balmain train from?

Wollongong to Balmain train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Wollongong Station.

Train or bus from Wollongong to Balmain?

The best way to get from Wollongong to Balmain is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs $9 - $14. Alternatively, you can bus and line 433 bus, which costs $10 - $15 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Wollongong to Balmain bus arrive?

Wollongong to Balmain bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A.

Where does the Wollongong to Balmain train arrive?

Wollongong to Balmain train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Town Hall Station.

Can I drive from Wollongong to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Wollongong to Balmain is 80 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Wollongong to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 5510+ hotels available in Balmain.

Wollongong to Balmain - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 433 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Wollongong to Balmain by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Sco
1h 40m
$9–14
Bus, line 433 bus
1. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand Abus 43Sc
2. Take the bus from Pitt St Opp Barlow St to Darling St At Mort Stbus 433
2h 27m
$11–15
Drive 80.1 km
1. Drive from Wollongong to Balmaincar 80.1 km
1h 7m
$18–25

Wollongong to Balmain by train and bus

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Distance: 87.6 km
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Wollongong, NSW, Australia and Balmain, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Wollongong Station to Town Hall Station hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Darling St At Mort St via Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A and Pitt St Opp Barlow St in around 2h 27m.

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