What is the cheapest way to get from Balwyn to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Balwyn to Melbourne is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balwyn to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Balwyn to Melbourne is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $25 - $31.

Is there a direct bus between Balwyn and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd and arriving at Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between Balwyn and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 and arriving at Exhibition St/Collins St #7. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Balwyn to Melbourne?

The distance between Balwyn and Melbourne is 12 km. The road distance is 11.8 km.

How do I travel from Balwyn to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Balwyn to Melbourne without a car is to line 302 bus which takes 32 min and costs $5.

How long does it take to get from Balwyn to Melbourne?

The line 302 bus from Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd to Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St takes 32 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Balwyn to Melbourne bus from?

Balwyn to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd station.

Where do I catch the Balwyn to Melbourne train from?

Balwyn to Melbourne train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 station.

Where does the Balwyn to Melbourne bus arrive?

Balwyn to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Balwyn to Melbourne train arrive?

Balwyn to Melbourne train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Exhibition St/Collins St #7 station.

Can I drive from Balwyn to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Balwyn to Melbourne is 12 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Balwyn to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5330+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Balwyn to Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via line 302 bus, line 109 tram

There are 4 ways to get from Balwyn to Melbourne by bus, tram, 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.

Line 302 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd to Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St302 / ...
32 min
$5
Drive 11.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balwyn to Melbourne11.8 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 109 tram
1. Take the tram from Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 to Exhibition St/Collins St #7109
39 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balwyn to Melbourne11.8 km
14 min
$25–31

Balwyn to Melbourne by bus

468Weekly Buses

32 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 12.3 km
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Balwyn, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd to Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 to Exhibition St/Collins St #7 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 39 min.

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