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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Balwyn is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Balwyn is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $26 - $31.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Balwyn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Balwyn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parliament and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Melbourne to Balwyn?

The distance between Melbourne and Balwyn is 12 km. The road distance is 12 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Balwyn without a car is to line 302 bus which takes 26 min and costs $5.

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

The line 302 bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Balwyn bus from?

Melbourne to Balwyn bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Balwyn train from?

Melbourne to Balwyn train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Parliament station.

Where does the Melbourne to Balwyn bus arrive?

Melbourne to Balwyn bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne to Balwyn train arrive?

Melbourne to Balwyn train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Balwyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Balwyn is 12 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Melbourne to Balwyn.

Where can I stay near Balwyn?

There are 5238+ hotels available in Balwyn.

Melbourne to Balwyn - 4 ways to travel via line 302 bus, line 109 tram

There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne to Balwyn by bus, 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 302 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd302 / ...
26 min
$5
Drive 12 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Balwyn12 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 109 tram
1. Take the tram from Parliament to Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47109
37 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Balwyn12 km
14 min
$26–31

Melbourne to Balwyn by bus

459Weekly Buses

26 minAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12.2 km
Duration: 26 min

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Parliament to Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 37 min.

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