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

The cheapest way to get from Ermington to Balmain is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ermington to Balmain is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ermington and Balmain?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Victoria Rd At Atkins Rd and arriving at Victoria Rd At Wellington St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Ermington and Balmain?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Rydalmere Wharf and arriving at Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Ermington to Balmain?

The distance between Ermington and Balmain is 14 km. The road distance is 15 km.

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

The best way to get from Ermington to Balmain without a car is to line 501 bus which takes 37 min and costs $3 - $5.

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

The line 501 bus from Victoria Rd At Atkins Rd to Victoria Rd At Wellington St takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ermington to Balmain bus from?

Ermington to Balmain bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Victoria Rd At Atkins Rd station.

Where does the Ermington to Balmain bus arrive?

Ermington to Balmain bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Victoria Rd At Wellington St station.

Can I drive from Ermington to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Ermington to Balmain is 15 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Ermington to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 4685+ hotels available in Balmain.

Ermington to Balmain - 4 ways to travel via line 501 bus, ferry, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ermington to Balmain by bus, ferry, 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 501 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Victoria Rd At Atkins Rd to Victoria Rd At Wellington Stbus 500N / ...
37 min
$3–5
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Rydalmere Wharf to Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side Aferry F3
44 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ermington to Balmaintaxi 15 km
17 min
$45–60
Drive 15 km
1. Drive from Ermington to Balmaincar 15 km
17 min
$3–4

Ermington to Balmain by bus

1122Weekly Buses

37 minAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Ermington to Balmain.

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Distance: 13.6 km
Duration: 37 min

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

Busways operates a bus from Victoria Rd At Atkins Rd to Victoria Rd At Wellington St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, Sydney Ferries operates a ferry from Rydalmere Wharf to Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 44 min.

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