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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Balwyn is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Balwyn is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Balwyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray station to Balwyn. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd via King St/Lonsdale St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Balwyn?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Balwyn. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 via Parliament. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Footscray to Balwyn?

The distance between Footscray and Balwyn is 17 km. The road distance is 17.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Balwyn without a car is to train and line 109 tram which takes 54 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Footscray to Balwyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Balwyn bus from?

Footscray to Balwyn bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Balwyn train from?

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

Where does the Footscray to Balwyn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Footscray to Balwyn train arrive?

Footscray to Balwyn train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Parliament Station.

Can I drive from Footscray to Balwyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Balwyn is 17 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Footscray to Balwyn.

Where can I stay near Balwyn?

There are 4933+ hotels available in Balwyn.

Footscray to Balwyn - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 109 tram

There are 5 ways to get from Footscray to Balwyn by train, tram, bus, 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.

Train, line 109 tram
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Parliament StationSunbury
2. Take the tram from Parliament to Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47109
54 min
$12
Line 216 bus, line 302 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to King St/Lonsdale St216
2. Take the bus from King St/Lonsdale St to Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd302 / ...
1h 7m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Balwyn17.2 km
20 min
$35–45
Drive 17.2 km
1. Drive from Footscray to Balwyn17.2 km
20 min
$4–5
Line 109 tram
1. Take the tram from Spencer St/Collins St #1 to Balwyn Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd #48109
1h 8m
$12

Footscray to Balwyn by train and tram

284Weekly Services

54 minAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 17.4 km
Duration: 54 min

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

You can take a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd via King St/Lonsdale St in around 1h 7m. Alternatively, Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Spencer St/Collins St #1 to Balwyn Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd #48 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 49 min.

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