What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Balcolyn?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Balcolyn is to train which costs $11 - $18 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Balcolyn?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Balcolyn is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Balcolyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Balcolyn. However, there are services departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and arriving at 67 Bay St via Wyong Station, Stand A and Morisset Station, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Sydney to Balcolyn?

The distance between Sydney and Balcolyn is 130 km. The road distance is 117.9 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Balcolyn without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Balcolyn without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs $11 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Balcolyn?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Sydney to Balcolyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Balcolyn bus from?

Sydney to Balcolyn bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Train or bus from Sydney to Balcolyn?

The best way to get from Sydney to Balcolyn is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs $11 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $27 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Sydney to Balcolyn bus arrive?

Sydney to Balcolyn bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Wyong Station, Stand A.

Can I drive from Sydney to Balcolyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Balcolyn is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Sydney to Balcolyn.

Where can I stay near Balcolyn?

There are 441+ hotels available in Balcolyn.

Sydney to Balcolyn - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sydney to Balcolyn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Morisset StationCcn
2h 38m
$12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Wyong Station, Stand A2305
4h 32m
$16–27
Drive 117.9 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Balcolyn117.9 km
1h 28m
$24–34

Sydney to Balcolyn by train and bus

157Weekly Services

2h 38mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.2 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Balcolyn, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Morisset Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Wyong Station, Stand A 5 times a week. Tickets cost $11–16 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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