The average ferry between Double Bay and Balmain takes 40 min and the fastest ferry takes 36 min. There is a ferry service every few hours from Double Bay to Balmain. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Ferries run hourly between Double Bay and Balmain. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Double Bay is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Balmain at 11:56 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 40 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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36 min • 1 change

36 min • 1 change

36 min • 1 change

36 min • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Double Bay to Balmain? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct ferry from Double Bay to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Double Bay station and arriving at Balmain station via Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.
The distance between Double Bay and Balmain is 6 km.
You can take a ferry from Double Bay Wharf to Balmain Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side A in around 42 min.