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

The cheapest way to get from Merrylands to Balmain is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merrylands to Balmain is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Merrylands and Balmain?

No, there is no direct bus from Merrylands to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Merrylands Rd Opp Addlestone Rd and arriving at Victoria Rd At Wellington St via Parramatta Station, Stand A2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Merrylands and Balmain?

No, there is no direct train from Merrylands station to Balmain station. However, there are services departing from Merrylands Station and arriving at Pyrmont Bay station via Central Grand Concourse station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Merrylands to Balmain?

The distance between Merrylands and Balmain is 26 km. The road distance is 22.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Merrylands to Balmain without a car is to train and tram which takes 50 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Merrylands to Balmain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrylands to Balmain bus from?

Merrylands to Balmain bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Parramatta Station, Stand A2.

Where do I catch the Merrylands to Balmain train from?

Merrylands to Balmain train services, operated by Sydney Trains, depart from Merrylands Station.

Train or bus from Merrylands to Balmain?

The best way to get from Merrylands to Balmain is to line 501 bus which takes 1h 13m and costs $5 - $9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9 - $16 and takes 52 min.

Where does the Merrylands to Balmain bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merrylands to Balmain train arrive?

Merrylands to Balmain train services, operated by Sydney Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Merrylands to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrylands to Balmain is 22 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Merrylands to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 4827+ hotels available in Balmain.

Merrylands to Balmain - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, line 501 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Merrylands to Balmain 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, tram
best
1. Take the train from Merrylands Station to Central Stationtrain T2
2. Take the tram from Central Grand Concourse station to Pyrmont Bay stationtram L1
50 min
Line 501 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parramatta Station, Stand A2 to Victoria Rd At Wellington Stbus 500N / ...
1h 13m
$5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merrylands to Balmaintaxi 22.1 km
20 min
$55–70
Drive 22.1 km
1. Drive from Merrylands to Balmaincar 22.1 km
20 min
$5–6
Train
1. Take the train from Merrylands Station to Central Stationtrain T2
52 min
$9–15

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merrylands to Balmain.

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Distance: 25.7 km
Duration: 50 min

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

Busways operates a bus from Parramatta Station, Stand A2 to Victoria Rd At Wellington St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, Sydney Trains operates a train from Merrylands Station to Central Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $4–7 and the journey takes 38 min.

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