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

The cheapest way to get from Redfern to Balmain is to line 433 bus which costs $3 - $4 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Redfern to Balmain is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs $19 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Redfern and Balmain?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M station and arriving at Darling St At Mort St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Redfern and Balmain?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central Grand Concourse station station and arriving at John Street Square station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Redfern to Balmain?

The distance between Redfern and Balmain is 3 km.

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

The best way to get from Redfern to Balmain without a car is to tram which takes 13 min and costs .

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

The tram from Central Grand Concourse station to John Street Square station takes 13 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Redfern to Balmain bus from?

Redfern to Balmain bus services, operated by Transit Systems, depart from Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M.

Where do I catch the Redfern to Balmain train from?

Redfern to Balmain train services, operated by Sydney Light Rail, depart from Central Grand Concourse station.

Where does the Redfern to Balmain bus arrive?

Redfern to Balmain bus services, operated by Transit Systems, arrive at Darling St At Mort St station.

Where does the Redfern to Balmain train arrive?

Redfern to Balmain train services, operated by Sydney Light Rail, arrive at John Street Square station.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 4800+ hotels available in Balmain.

Redfern to Balmain - 6 ways to travel via train, tram, line 442 bus, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Redfern to Balmain by tram, train, bus, taxi, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Central Grand Concourse station to John Street Square stationL1
13 min
Line 433 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M to Darling St At Mort St433
28 min
$3–4
Train, line 442 bus
1. Take the train from Redfern Station to Town Hall StationT4
2. Take the bus from QVB, York St, Stand B to Mullens St At Beattie St441 / ...
15 min
$5–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Redfern to Balmain6.3 km
8 min
$19–23
Walk
1. Take the foot from Redfern to Balmain8 km
1h 12m
Line 308 bus, tram, line 442 bus
1. Take the bus from Redfern St At Pitt St to Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand C308
2. Take the tram from Haymarket station to QVB stationL3 / ...
3. Take the bus from QVB, York St, Stand A to Darling St At Mort St441 / ...
34 min

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Redfern to Balmain.

Launch map view

Distance: 2.6 km
Duration: 13 min

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

Sydney Light Rail operates a vehicle from Central Grand Concourse station to John Street Square station every 5 minutes, and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, Transit Systems operates a bus from Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M to Darling St At Mort St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–4 and the journey takes 28 min.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.