What is the cheapest way to get from Balmain to Whale Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Whale Beach is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 48 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balmain to Whale Beach?

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Whale Beach is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Whale Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmain to Whale Beach. However, there are services departing from Darling St At Church St and arriving at Barrenjoey Rd Opp Surf Rd via QVB, York St, Stand B and Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Balmain to Whale Beach?

The distance between Balmain and Whale Beach is 50 km. The road distance is 43 km.

How do I travel from Balmain to Whale Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Balmain to Whale Beach without a car is to ferry and line 199 bus which takes 1h 47m and costs $15 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Balmain to Whale Beach?

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Balmain to Whale Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Whale Beach bus from?

Balmain to Whale Beach bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from QVB, York St, Stand B station.

Where does the Balmain to Whale Beach bus arrive?

Balmain to Whale Beach bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd station.

Can I drive from Balmain to Whale Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Whale Beach is 43 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Balmain to Whale Beach.

Where can I stay near Whale Beach?

There are 1091+ hotels available in Whale Beach.

Balmain to Whale Beach - 4 ways to travel via ferry, line 199 bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Balmain to Whale Beach by ferry, bus, car, or taxi

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

Ferry, line 199 bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Balmain Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side Bferry F8 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side A to Manly, Wharf 2ferry Mff
3. Take the bus from Manly Wharf, West Esplanade, Stand B to Barrenjoey Rd Opp Surf Rdbus 199
1h 47m
$15–34
Bus, line 199 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from QVB, York St, Stand B to Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rdbus Bn1
2. Take the bus from Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd to Barrenjoey Rd Opp Surf Rdbus 199 / ...
2h 4m
$5–12
Drive 43 km
1. Drive from Balmain to Whale Beachcar 43 km
48 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmain to Whale Beachtaxi 43 km
48 min
$100–130

Balmain to Whale Beach by ferry and bus

328Weekly Services

1h 47mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50.4 km
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between Balmain, NSW, Australia and Whale Beach, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Darling St At Church St to Barrenjoey Rd Opp Surf Rd via QVB, York St, Stand B and Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd in around 2h 4m.

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