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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Balmain is to train which costs $30 - $60 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Balmain is to fly and line 442 bus which takes 2h 54m and costs $230 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Balmain?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Mullens St At Beattie St via QVB, York St, Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Balmain?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Balmain station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Pyrmont Bay station via Central Grand Concourse station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Canberra to Balmain?

The distance between Canberra and Balmain is 288 km. The road distance is 277.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Balmain without a car is to bus which takes 3h 24m and costs $40 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Canberra to Balmain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Balmain bus from?

Canberra to Balmain bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra station.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Balmain train from?

Canberra to Balmain train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Canberra Station.

Train or bus from Canberra to Balmain?

The best way to get from Canberra to Balmain is to bus which takes 3h 24m and costs $40 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Canberra to Balmain bus arrive?

Canberra to Balmain bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

Where does the Canberra to Balmain train arrive?

Canberra to Balmain train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Balmain is 278 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Canberra to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 5274+ hotels available in Balmain.

Canberra to Balmain - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Canberra to Balmain by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-1 / ...
3h 24m
$43–71
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 636 / ...
4h 20m
$32–59
Drive 277.7 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Balmaincar 277.7 km
3h 4m
$50–71
Fly from Canberra International Airport, line 442 bus
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CBR - SYD
2. Take the bus from QVB, York St, Stand B to Mullens St At Beattie Stbus
2h 54m
$239–457
Bus via Sydney International Airport (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airportbus Sydney
3h 53m
$74–123
Bus to Moruya Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Moruya Airportbus
2. Fly from Moruya Airport (MYA) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MYA - SYD
6h 4m
$245–395

Canberra to Balmain by train and tram

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Distance: 288.4 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Balmain, NSW, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Station hourly. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a train from Canberra Station to Central Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $29–55 and the journey takes 4h 8m.

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