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

The cheapest way to get from Wollongong to Balmain East is to train via QVB, York St, Stand B which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wollongong to Balmain East is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Wollongong and Balmain East?

No, there is no direct bus from Wollongong to Balmain East station. However, there are services departing from Wollongong and arriving at Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Wollongong and Balmain East?

No, there is no direct train from Wollongong station to Balmain East station. However, there are services departing from Wollongong Station and arriving at Barangaroo Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Wollongong to Balmain East?

The distance between Wollongong and Balmain East is 85 km. The road distance is 81.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Wollongong to Balmain East without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs $10 - $15.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Wollongong to Balmain East, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wollongong to Balmain East bus from?

Wollongong to Balmain East bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Wollongong station.

Where do I catch the Wollongong to Balmain East train from?

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

Train or bus from Wollongong to Balmain East?

The best way to get from Wollongong to Balmain East is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs $10 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Wollongong to Balmain East bus arrive?

Wollongong to Balmain East bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Wollongong to Balmain East train arrive?

Wollongong to Balmain East train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Wollongong to Balmain East?

Yes, the driving distance between Wollongong to Balmain East is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Wollongong to Balmain East.

Where can I stay near Balmain East?

There are 5230+ hotels available in Balmain East.

Wollongong to Balmain East - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Wollongong to Balmain East by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Central Stationtrain Sco
1h 34m
$11–15
Train via QVB, York St, Stand B
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Sco
1h 49m
$10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wollongong to Central Stationbus Pm1
2h 4m
$25–36
Drive 81.2 km
1. Drive from Wollongong to Balmain Eastcar 81.2 km
1h 9m
$15–21

Wollongong to Balmain East by train and subway

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1h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 85.3 km
Duration: 1h 34m

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Wollongong Station to Central Station hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Wollongong to Central Station once daily. Tickets cost $22–35 and the journey takes 1h 57m.

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