What is the cheapest way to get from Balmain to Rose Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Rose Bay is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balmain to Rose Bay?

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Rose Bay is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Rose Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmain to Rose Bay. However, there are services departing from Darling St At Church St and arriving at Rose Bay RSL Club, New South Head Rd via QVB, York St, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Balmain and Rose Bay?

No, there is no direct ferry from Balmain to Rose Bay. However, there are services departing from Balmain Wharf and arriving at Rose Bay Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Balmain to Rose Bay?

The distance between Balmain and Rose Bay is 9 km. The road distance is 11.1 km.

How do I travel from Balmain to Rose Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Balmain to Rose Bay without a car is to ferry which takes 32 min and costs $14 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Balmain to Rose Bay?

It takes approximately 32 min to get from Balmain to Rose Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Rose Bay bus from?

Balmain to Rose Bay bus services, operated by Transit Systems, depart from Darling St At Church St station.

Where does the Balmain to Rose Bay bus arrive?

Balmain to Rose Bay bus services, operated by Transit Systems, arrive at QVB, York St, Stand A station.

Can I drive from Balmain to Rose Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Rose Bay is 11 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Balmain to Rose Bay.

Where can I stay near Rose Bay?

There are 4567+ hotels available in Rose Bay.

Balmain to Rose Bay - 4 ways to travel via ferry, line 442 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Balmain to Rose Bay by ferry, 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.

Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Balmain Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side BF8 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Rose Bay WharfF9
32 min
$14–19
Drive 11.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balmain to Rose Bay11.1 km
12 min
$3
Line 442 bus, line 324 bus
1. Take the bus from Darling St At Church St to QVB, York St, Stand A441 / ...
2. Take the bus from QVB, York St, Stand A to Rose Bay RSL Club, New South Head Rd324 / ...
46 min
$4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain to Rose Bay11.1 km
12 min
$30–40

Balmain to Rose Bay by ferry

320Weekly Ferries

32 minAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Balmain to Rose Bay.

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Distance: 9.3 km
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Balmain, NSW, Australia and Rose Bay, NSW, Australia?

You can take a ferry from Balmain Wharf to Rose Bay Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side B and Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B in around 32 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Darling St At Church St to Rose Bay RSL Club, New South Head Rd via QVB, York St, Stand A in around 46 min.

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