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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Balwyn is to bus via Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd which costs $65 - $95 and takes 12h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Balwyn is to fly and line 109 tram which takes 4h 29m and costs $150 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Balwyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Balwyn. However, there are services departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd via King St/Lonsdale St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Balwyn?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Balwyn. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 via Spencer St/Collins St #1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 44m.

How far is it from Sydney to Balwyn?

The distance between Sydney and Balwyn is 750 km. The road distance is 860.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Balwyn without a car is to train which takes 11h 44m and costs $70 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Sydney to Balwyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Balwyn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sydney to Balwyn train from?

Sydney to Balwyn train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Balwyn?

The best way to get from Sydney to Balwyn is to train which takes 11h 44m and costs $70 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $290 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Sydney to Balwyn bus arrive?

Sydney to Balwyn bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St station.

Where does the Sydney to Balwyn train arrive?

Sydney to Balwyn train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Balwyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Balwyn is 861 km. It takes approximately 9h 7m to drive from Sydney to Balwyn.

Where can I stay near Balwyn?

There are 4967+ hotels available in Balwyn.

Sydney to Balwyn - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, line 109 tram, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Sydney to Balwyn by plane, tram, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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

Fly to Melbourne Airport, line 109 tram
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)SYD - MEL
2. Take the tram from Spencer St/Collins St #1 to Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47
4h 29m
$152–436
Bus via Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St6107 / ...
12h 55m
$67–92
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Cross623 / ...
11h 44m
$73–249
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach TerminalMelbourne
12h 10m
$101–286
Drive 860.6 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Balwyn860.6 km
9h 7m
$170–245
Fly to Avalon Airport, bus, line 109 tram
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)SYD - AVV
2. Take the bus from Avalon Airport to Southern Cross Coach Terminal
3. Take the tram from Spencer St/Collins St #1 to Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47
6h 2m
$132–526

Sydney to Balwyn by train and tram

27Weekly Services

11h 44mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 750 km
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Balwyn, VIC, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Southern Cross 4 times a day. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 10h 50m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 11h 10m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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