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

The cheapest way to get from Macleod to Balwyn is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Macleod to Balwyn is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $29 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Macleod and Balwyn?

No, there is no direct train from Macleod station to Balwyn. However, there are services departing from Macleod Station and arriving at Balwyn Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd #48 via North Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Macleod to Balwyn?

The distance between Macleod and Balwyn is 17 km. The road distance is 12.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Macleod to Balwyn without a car is to line 548 bus which takes 50 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Macleod to Balwyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macleod to Balwyn train from?

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

Where does the Macleod to Balwyn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macleod to Balwyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Macleod to Balwyn is 13 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Macleod to Balwyn.

Where can I stay near Balwyn?

There are 3408+ hotels available in Balwyn.

Macleod to Balwyn - 4 ways to travel via train, line 548 bus, and line 109 tram

There are 4 ways to get from Macleod to Balwyn by bus, train, tram, 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 548 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Linaker Dr/Springthorpe Bvd to Genazzano College/Cotham Rdbus 548
50 min
$12
Drive 12.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Macleod to Balwyncar 12.7 km
15 min
$3–4
Train, line 109 tram
1. Take the train from Macleod Station to North Richmond Stationtrain Hurstbridge
2. Take the tram from North Richmond to Balwyn Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd #48tram 109
57 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Macleod to Balwyntaxi 12.7 km
15 min
$29–35

Macleod to Balwyn by bus and tram

90Weekly Services

50 minAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Macleod to Balwyn.

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Distance: 17.4 km
Duration: 50 min

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Linaker Dr/Springthorpe Bvd to Genazzano College/Cotham Rd hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 38 min.

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