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

The cheapest way to get from Blacktown to Balmain is to train which costs $4 - $8 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Blacktown to Balmain is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Blacktown and Balmain?

No, there is no direct bus from Blacktown station to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Blacktown Station, Stand D and arriving at Darling St At Mort St via QVB, York St, Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Blacktown and Balmain?

No, there is no direct train from Blacktown station to Balmain station. However, there are services departing from Blacktown Station and arriving at Pyrmont Bay station via Central Grand Concourse station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Blacktown to Balmain?

The distance between Blacktown and Balmain is 37 km. The road distance is 32.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Blacktown to Balmain without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs $4 - $8.

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Blacktown to Balmain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blacktown to Balmain bus from?

Blacktown to Balmain bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Blacktown Station, Stand D.

Where do I catch the Blacktown to Balmain train from?

Blacktown to Balmain train services, operated by Sydney Trains, depart from Blacktown Station.

Train or bus from Blacktown to Balmain?

The best way to get from Blacktown to Balmain is to train which takes 56 min and costs $4 - $8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $12 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Blacktown to Balmain bus arrive?

Blacktown to Balmain bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Town Hall, Park St, Stand K station.

Where does the Blacktown to Balmain train arrive?

Blacktown to Balmain train services, operated by Sydney Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Blacktown to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Blacktown to Balmain is 33 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Blacktown to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 4696+ hotels available in Balmain.

Blacktown to Balmain - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Blacktown to Balmain by train, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Central Stationtrain T1
56 min
$4–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blacktown Station, Stand D to Town Hall, Park St, Stand Kbus N71
1h 17m
$2–11
Drive 32.7 km
1. Drive from Blacktown to Balmaincar 32.7 km
30 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blacktown to Balmaintaxi 32.7 km
30 min
$85–110
Line 711 bus, line 501 bus
1. Take the bus from Sackville St After Harold St to Parramatta Station, Stand A1bus 705 / ...
2. Take the bus from Parramatta Station, Stand A3 to Victoria Rd At Loughlin Stbus 501 / ...
2h 2m
$3–9

Blacktown to Balmain by train and tram

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Distance: 37.1 km
Duration: 56 min

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

Sydney Trains operates a train from Blacktown Station to Central Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $4–8 and the journey takes 44 min. Intercity Trains also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, Transport for NSW operates a bus from Blacktown Station, Stand D to Town Hall, Park St, Stand K every 3 hours. Tickets cost $1–6 and the journey takes 1h 2m. CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit also services this route every 4 hours.

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