The average train between Elsternwick and Balwyn takes 37 min and the fastest train takes 30 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Elsternwick to Balwyn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 20 minutes between Elsternwick and Balwyn. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elsternwick is at 4:42 PM which arrives into Balwyn at 5:16 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 37 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

31 min • 1 change

37 min • 1 change

36 min • 1 change

34 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Elsternwick to Balwyn. However, there are services departing from Elsternwick station and arriving at Balwyn station via Richmond Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.
Elsternwick to Balwyn train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Elsternwick Station.
Elsternwick to Balwyn train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Canterbury Station.
The distance between Elsternwick and Balwyn is 10.8 km. The road distance is 16 km.
You can take a train from Elsternwick Station to Canterbury Station via Richmond Station in around 37 min.