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

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Canberra is to train which costs $29 - $55 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Canberra is to ferry and fly which takes 3h 3m and costs $230 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Canberra?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmain to Canberra. However, there are services departing from Darling St At Church St and arriving at Canberra via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Balmain and Canberra?

No, there is no direct train from Balmain station to Canberra station. However, there are services departing from John Street Square station and arriving at Canberra Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Balmain to Canberra?

The distance between Balmain and Canberra is 290 km. The road distance is 280.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Balmain to Canberra without a car is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs $50 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Balmain to Canberra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Canberra bus from?

Balmain to Canberra bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Canberra train from?

Balmain to Canberra train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Balmain to Canberra?

The best way to get from Balmain to Canberra is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs $50 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $55 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Balmain to Canberra bus arrive?

Balmain to Canberra bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Canberra station.

Where does the Balmain to Canberra train arrive?

Balmain to Canberra train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Canberra Station.

Can I drive from Balmain to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Canberra is 280 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Balmain to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 873+ hotels available in Canberra.

Balmain to Canberra - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, ferry, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Balmain to Canberra by bus (Greyhound), train, car, ferry, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Canberra
4h 24m
$53–99
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Station631 / ...
5h 23m
$29–55
Drive 280.2 km
1. Drive from Balmain to Canberra280.2 km
3h 6m
$53–77
Ferry, fly
1. Take the ferry from Balmain Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side B
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)SYD - CBR
3h 3m
$237–498
Bus via Sydney International Airport (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to CanberraMelbourne
4h 43m
$66–121

Balmain to Canberra by bus

189Weekly Buses

4h 24mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.5 km
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Balmain, NSW, Australia and Canberra, ACT, Australia?

Murrays Coaches operates a bus from Central Station to Canberra hourly. Tickets cost $55–80 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a train from Central Station to Canberra Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $29–55 and the journey takes 4h 9m.

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