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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Prahran to Balwyn is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $28 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Prahran and Balwyn?

No, there is no direct train from Prahran to Balwyn. However, there are services departing from Williams Rd/Malvern Rd #34 and arriving at Balwyn Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd #48 via Burke Rd/Cotham Rd #42. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Prahran to Balwyn?

The distance between Prahran and Balwyn is 11 km. The road distance is 12.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Prahran to Balwyn without a car is to line 72 tram which takes 40 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Prahran to Balwyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prahran to Balwyn train from?

Prahran to Balwyn train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Williams Rd/Malvern Rd #34 station.

Where does the Prahran to Balwyn train arrive?

Prahran to Balwyn train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Cotham Rd/Burke Rd #70 station.

Can I drive from Prahran to Balwyn?

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

Where can I stay near Balwyn?

There are 3622+ hotels available in Balwyn.

Prahran to Balwyn - 5 ways to travel via train, line 72 tram, and line 302 bus

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

Line 72 tram
best
1. Take the tram from Williams Rd/Malvern Rd #34 to Cotham Rd/Burke Rd #70tram 72
40 min
$12
Drive 12.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Prahran to Balwyncar 12.4 km
14 min
$3–4
Train, line 302 bus
1. Take the train from Hawksburn Station to Parliament Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the bus from St Vincent's Hospital/Victoria Pde to Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rdbus 302 / ...
49 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prahran to Balwyntaxi 12.4 km
14 min
$28–35
Line 6 tram, line 109 tram
1. Take the tram from Lewisham Rd/High St #34 to City Square/Swanston St #11tram 6
2. Take the tram from Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6 to Balwyn Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd #48tram 109
1h 11m
$6

Prahran to Balwyn by tram

571Weekly Trams

40 minAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 11.4 km
Duration: 40 min

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

Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Williams Rd/Malvern Rd #34 to Cotham Rd/Burke Rd #70 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 30 min.

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