What is the cheapest way to get from Rose Bay to Balmain?

The cheapest way to get from Rose Bay to Balmain is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rose Bay to Balmain?

The fastest way to get from Rose Bay to Balmain is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Rose Bay and Balmain?

No, there is no direct bus from Rose Bay to Balmain. However, there are services departing from New South Head Rd At Kent Rd and arriving at Darling St At Mort St via QVB, York St, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Rose Bay and Balmain?

No, there is no direct ferry from Rose Bay to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Rose Bay Wharf and arriving at Balmain Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Rose Bay to Balmain?

The distance between Rose Bay and Balmain is 9 km. The road distance is 11.2 km.

How do I travel from Rose Bay to Balmain without a car?

The best way to get from Rose Bay to Balmain without a car is to ferry which takes 38 min and costs $14 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Rose Bay to Balmain?

It takes approximately 38 min to get from Rose Bay to Balmain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rose Bay to Balmain bus from?

Rose Bay to Balmain bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from New South Head Rd At Kent Rd station.

Where does the Rose Bay to Balmain bus arrive?

Rose Bay to Balmain bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Town Hall, Park St, Stand J station.

Can I drive from Rose Bay to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Rose Bay to Balmain is 11 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Rose Bay to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 4836+ hotels available in Balmain.

Rose Bay to Balmain - 4 ways to travel via ferry, line 324 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Rose Bay to Balmain by ferry, 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.

Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Rose Bay Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side BF9
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side B to Balmain WharfF8 / ...
38 min
$14–19
Line 324 bus, line 442 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New South Head Rd At Kent Rd to Town Hall, Park St, Stand J324 / ...
2. Take the bus from QVB, York St, Stand A to Darling St At Mort St441 / ...
44 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rose Bay to Balmain11.2 km
12 min
$30–40
Drive 11.2 km
1. Drive from Rose Bay to Balmain11.2 km
12 min
$3–4

Rose Bay to Balmain by ferry

337Weekly Ferries

38 minAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Rose Bay to Balmain.

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Distance: 9.3 km
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Rose Bay, NSW, Australia and Balmain, NSW, Australia?

You can take a ferry from Rose Bay Wharf to Balmain Wharf via Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B and Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side B in around 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New South Head Rd At Kent Rd to Darling St At Mort St via Town Hall, Park St, Stand J and QVB, York St, Stand A in around 44 min.

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