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

The cheapest way to get from Telopea to Balmain is to line 501 bus which costs $3 - $5 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Telopea to Balmain is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct train between Telopea and Balmain?

No, there is no direct train from Telopea station to Balmain station. However, there are services departing from Telopea station and arriving at John Street Square station via Parramatta Station and Central Grand Concourse station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Telopea to Balmain?

The distance between Telopea and Balmain is 19 km. The road distance is 18.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Telopea to Balmain without a car is to line 501 bus which takes 54 min and costs $3 - $5.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Telopea to Balmain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Telopea to Balmain train from?

Telopea to Balmain train services, operated by Sydney Light Rail, depart from Telopea station.

Where does the Telopea to Balmain train arrive?

Telopea to Balmain train services, operated by Sydney Light Rail, arrive at Parramatta Square station.

Can I drive from Telopea to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Telopea to Balmain is 18 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Telopea to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 4800+ hotels available in Balmain.

Telopea to Balmain - 4 ways to travel via train, line 501 bus, tram, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Telopea to Balmain by bus, tram, train, 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 501 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Victoria Rd At Anderson Av to Victoria Rd At Wellington St500N / ...
54 min
$3–5
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Telopea station to Parramatta Square stationL4
2. Take the train from Parramatta Station to Central StationBmt / ...
3. Take the tram from Central Grand Concourse station to John Street Square stationL1
1h 1m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Telopea to Balmain18.1 km
20 min
$45–60
Drive 18.1 km
1. Drive from Telopea to Balmain18.1 km
20 min
$4–5

Telopea to Balmain by tram and bus

1123Weekly Services

54 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 19.5 km
Duration: 54 min

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

Busways operates a bus from Victoria Rd At Anderson Av to Victoria Rd At Wellington St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 47 min.

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