How to get from Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain by bus?

From Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain by bus

To get from Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain in Sydney, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 638 bus from Arcadia Rd after Fagans Rd station to 775 Old Northern Rd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 642X bus and finally take the 442 bus from QVB, York St, Stand B station to Robert St at Crescent St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min. The bus schedule from Arcadia (NSW) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Balmain on the Moovit app.

85min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 638638
Bus - 642X642X
Bus - 442442
Walk to Balmain
Leaves from Arcadia Rd after Fagans Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Arcadia Rd after Fagans Rd
    160 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 638638
    Wait for bus
    638
    Pennant Hills Stn
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    775 Old Northern Rd
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    566 Old Northern Rd
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 642X642X
    Wait for bus
    642X
    City Kent St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kent St after Druitt St
    47 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    QVB, York St, Stand B
    250 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 442442
    Wait for bus
    442
    Balmain East Wharf via City QVB
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Robert St at Crescent St
    7 min
  • 10
    Walk to Balmain
    Walk to
    Balmain
    160 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain by bus via 638, 642X and 500X

To get from Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain in Sydney, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 638 bus from Arcadia Rd after Fagans Rd station to 775 Old Northern Rd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 642X bus and finally take the 500X bus from Town Hall House, Druitt St, Stand L station to Victoria Rd opp White Bay station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The bus schedule from Arcadia (NSW) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Balmain on the Moovit app.

89min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 638638
Bus - 642X642X
Bus - 500X500X
Walk to Balmain
Leaves from Arcadia Rd after Fagans Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Arcadia Rd after Fagans Rd
    160 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 638638
    Wait for bus
    638
    Pennant Hills Stn
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    775 Old Northern Rd
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    566 Old Northern Rd
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 642X642X
    Wait for bus
    642X
    City Kent St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kent St after Druitt St
    47 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Town Hall House, Druitt St, Stand L
    130 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 500X500X
    Wait for bus
    500X
    West Ryde Station - Ryedale Rd
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Victoria Rd opp White Bay
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Balmain
    Walk to
    Balmain
    390 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain

The distance between Arcadia (NSW), Sydney and Balmain, Sydney is approximately 50.83 km, which can typically be travelled in 85 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Sydney – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain

To check the bus schedule from Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Arcadia (NSW)) and destination (Balmain), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Alternative route from Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain by bus via 638, 642X and 500X

To get from Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain in Sydney, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 638 bus from Arcadia Rd after Fagans Rd station to 775 Old Northern Rd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 642X bus and finally take the 500X bus from Town Hall House, Druitt St, Stand L station to Victoria Rd opp White Bay station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The bus schedule from Arcadia (NSW) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Balmain on the Moovit app.

89min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 638638
Bus - 642X642X
Bus - 500X500X
Walk to Balmain
Leaves from Arcadia Rd after Fagans Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Arcadia Rd after Fagans Rd
    160 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 638638
    Wait for bus
    638
    Pennant Hills Stn
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    775 Old Northern Rd
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    566 Old Northern Rd
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 642X642X
    Wait for bus
    642X
    City Kent St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kent St after Druitt St
    47 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Town Hall House, Druitt St, Stand L
    130 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 500X500X
    Wait for bus
    500X
    West Ryde Station - Ryedale Rd
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Victoria Rd opp White Bay
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Balmain
    Walk to
    Balmain
    390 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain?

    The fastest way takes 85 minutes, using Bus line 638, Bus line 642X, Bus line 442.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain?

    The alternative route takes 89 minutes, using Bus line 638, Bus line 642X, Bus line 500X.

  • Is there a direct bus between Arcadia (NSW) and Balmain in Sydney?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain in Sydney?

    The 638 bus line goes from Arcadia Rd after Fagans Rd station near Arcadia (NSW) to Pennant Hills Stn station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Pennant Hills Stn station near Balmain in Sydney.

  • How long does it take to travel from Arcadia (NSW) to Balmain in Sydney by bus?

    The total travel time between Arcadia (NSW) and Balmain in Sydney by bus is about 1 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Arcadia (NSW) to get to Balmain in Sydney?

    Get on the 638 bus from the Arcadia Rd after Fagans Rd stop near Arcadia (NSW) in Sydney.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Arcadia (NSW) and Balmain in Sydney?

    Get off the bus at the Pennant Hills Stn stop, which is closest to Balmain in Sydney.

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