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

The cheapest way to get from Elsternwick to Balwyn is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Elsternwick to Balwyn is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Elsternwick and Balwyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Elsternwick station to Balwyn. However, there are services departing from Elsternwick Station/Horne St and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd via Cromwell St/Victoria Pde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Elsternwick and Balwyn?

No, there is no direct train from Elsternwick station to Balwyn station. However, there are services departing from Elsternwick Station and arriving at Canterbury Station via Richmond Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Elsternwick to Balwyn?

The distance between Elsternwick and Balwyn is 16 km. The road distance is 14.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Elsternwick to Balwyn without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Elsternwick to Balwyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elsternwick to Balwyn bus from?

Elsternwick to Balwyn bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Elsternwick Station/Horne St.

Where do I catch the Elsternwick to Balwyn train from?

Elsternwick to Balwyn train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Elsternwick Station.

Train or bus from Elsternwick to Balwyn?

The best way to get from Elsternwick to Balwyn is to train which takes 37 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 246 bus and line 302 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Elsternwick to Balwyn bus arrive?

Elsternwick to Balwyn bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Victoria Pde/Hoddle St station.

Where does the Elsternwick to Balwyn train arrive?

Elsternwick to Balwyn train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Richmond Station.

Can I drive from Elsternwick to Balwyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Elsternwick to Balwyn is 15 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Elsternwick to Balwyn.

Where can I stay near Balwyn?

There are 5272+ hotels available in Balwyn.

Elsternwick to Balwyn - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 246 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Elsternwick to Balwyn by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elsternwick Station to Richmond Stationtrain Sandringham
2. Take the train from Richmond Station to Canterbury Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
37 min
$5
Drive 14.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Elsternwick to Balwyncar 14.7 km
16 min
$3–4
Line 246 bus, line 302 bus
1. Take the bus from Elsternwick Station/Horne St to Victoria Pde/Hoddle Stbus 246
2. Take the bus from Cromwell St/Victoria Pde to Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rdbus 302 / ...
1h 2m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elsternwick to Balwyntaxi 14.7 km
16 min
$30–40
Line 67 tram, line 109 tram
1. Take the tram from Orrong Rd/Glenhuntly Rd #46 to City Square/Swanston St #11tram 67
2. Take the tram from Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6 to Balwyn Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd #48tram 109
1h 22m
$5

Elsternwick to Balwyn by train

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Distance: 15.9 km
Duration: 37 min

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

You can take a train from Elsternwick Station to Canterbury Station via Richmond Station in around 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elsternwick Station/Horne St to Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd via Victoria Pde/Hoddle St and Cromwell St/Victoria Pde in around 1h 2m.

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