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

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Parramatta is to line 52 bus which costs $3 - $5 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Parramatta is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Parramatta?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Victoria Rd Opp White Bay and arriving at Parramatta Station, Stand B3 station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct ferry between Balmain and Parramatta?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A and arriving at Parramatta Wharf. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Balmain and Parramatta?

No, there is no direct train from Balmain station to Parramatta station. However, there are services departing from The Star station and arriving at Parramatta Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Balmain to Parramatta?

The distance between Balmain and Parramatta is 26 km. The road distance is 20.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Balmain to Parramatta without a car is to tram and train which takes 40 min and costs $8 - $13.

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

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Balmain to Parramatta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Parramatta bus from?

Balmain to Parramatta bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Victoria Rd Opp White Bay station.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Parramatta train from?

Balmain to Parramatta train services, operated by Sydney Light Rail, depart from The Star station.

Where does the Balmain to Parramatta bus arrive?

Balmain to Parramatta bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Parramatta Station, Stand B3.

Where does the Balmain to Parramatta train arrive?

Balmain to Parramatta train services, operated by Sydney Light Rail, arrive at Central Grand Concourse station.

Can I drive from Balmain to Parramatta?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Parramatta is 21 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Balmain to Parramatta.

Where can I stay near Parramatta?

There are 4430+ hotels available in Parramatta.

Balmain to Parramatta - 6 ways to travel via train, tram, line 52 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Balmain to Parramatta by tram, train, bus, ferry, 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.

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from The Star station to Central Grand Concourse stationtram L1
2. Take the train from Central Station to Parramatta Stationtrain Bmt
40 min
$8–12
Line 52 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Rd Opp White Bay to Parramatta Station, Stand B3bus 500N / ...
1h
$3–5
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Parramatta Wharfferry F3
1h 5m
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain to Parramattataxi 20.6 km
20 min
$60–75
Drive 20.6 km
1. Drive from Balmain to Parramattacar 20.6 km
20 min
$4–6
Line 442 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Darling St At Church St to QVB, York St, Stand Bbus 442
2. Take the train from Central Station to Parramatta Stationtrain Bmt
46 min
$10–16

Balmain to Parramatta by tram and train

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Distance: 25.6 km
Duration: 40 min

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

Busways operates a bus from Victoria Rd Opp White Bay to Parramatta Station, Stand B3 every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Parramatta Wharf every 3 hours. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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