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

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Hornsby is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Hornsby is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $75 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Hornsby?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmain to Hornsby station. However, there are services departing from Darling St At Church St and arriving at Hornsby Station, Stand B via Town Hall, Park St, Stand H. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Balmain to Hornsby?

The distance between Balmain and Hornsby is 28 km. The road distance is 25.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Balmain to Hornsby without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs $6 - $12.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Balmain to Hornsby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Hornsby bus from?

Balmain to Hornsby bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Town Hall, Park St, Stand H station.

Train or bus from Balmain to Hornsby?

The best way to get from Balmain to Hornsby is to train which takes 58 min and costs $6 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $11 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Balmain to Hornsby bus arrive?

Balmain to Hornsby bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Hornsby Station, Stand B.

Can I drive from Balmain to Hornsby?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Hornsby is 25 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Balmain to Hornsby.

Where can I stay near Hornsby?

There are 3881+ hotels available in Hornsby.

Balmain to Hornsby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Balmain to Hornsby by train, bus, taxi, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Hornsby Stationtrain T1
58 min
$7–12
Drive 25.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balmain to Hornsbycar 25.1 km
27 min
$5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall, Park St, Stand H to Hornsby Station, Stand Bbus N80 / ...
2h 17m
$8–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain to Hornsbytaxi 25.1 km
27 min
$75–90

Balmain to Hornsby by bus and train

1032Weekly Services

58 minAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 27.9 km
Duration: 58 min

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

Sydney Trains operates a train from Town Hall Station to Hornsby Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $4–7 and the journey takes 46 min. Intercity Trains also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Busways operates a bus from Town Hall, Park St, Stand H to Hornsby Station, Stand B hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 11m.

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