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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Balmain is to bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G which costs $95 - $110 and takes 11h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Balmain is to fly which takes 3h 28m and costs $150 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Balmain?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Darling St At Mort St via Liverpool Station, Stand G and QVB, York St, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Balmain?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Balmain station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at John Street Square station via Central Grand Concourse station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 17m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Balmain?

The distance between Melbourne and Balmain is 740 km. The road distance is 852.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Balmain without a car is to train which takes 11h 17m and costs $65 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Melbourne to Balmain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Balmain bus from?

Melbourne to Balmain bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Balmain train from?

Melbourne to Balmain train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Balmain?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Balmain is to fly which takes 3h 28m and costs $150 - $460. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $250 and takes 11h 17m, you could also bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G, which costs $95 - $110 and takes 11h 51m.

Where does the Melbourne to Balmain bus arrive?

Melbourne to Balmain bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Liverpool station.

Where does the Melbourne to Balmain train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Balmain is 853 km. It takes approximately 8h 59m to drive from Melbourne to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 4800+ hotels available in Balmain.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne to Balmain by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)MEL - SYD
3h 28m
$153–458
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Station622 / ...
11h 17m
$65–250
Bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to LiverpoolSydney
11h 51m
$98–110
Drive 852.8 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Balmain852.8 km
8h 59m
$162–234
Bus to Avalon Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)AVV - SYD
4h 9m
$143–618
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Station
11h 51m

Melbourne to Balmain by train and tram

29Weekly Services

11h 17mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 739.9 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Balmain, NSW, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) every 30 minutes. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Southern Cross to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 11h 2m.

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