How to get from Cockatoo Island to Balmain by bus and ferry?

Cockatoo Island to Balmain - Ferry Timetable

The F8 ferry from Cockatoo Island to Balmain runs from 06:49 to 23:19, with departures every 30 min-1 hr. The journey takes about 39 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Cockatoo Island to Balmain by bus and ferry

To get from Cockatoo Island to Balmain in Sydney, take the F8 ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf station to Woolwich Wharf station. Next, take the 505 bus from Woolwich Wharf, Valentia St station to White Bay, Victoria Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min. The bus and ferry schedule from Cockatoo Island may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and ferry schedule to Balmain on the Moovit app.

39min
Walk to ferry station
Ferry - F8
Bus - 505505
Walk to Balmain
Leaves from Cockatoo Island Wharf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Cockatoo Island Wharf
    ID 20009
    460 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Ferry - F8
    Wait for ferry
    F8
    Circular Quay
  • 3
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Woolwich Wharf
    ID 21101
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Woolwich Wharf, Valentia St
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    City Clarence St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    White Bay, Victoria Rd
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Balmain
    Walk to
    Balmain
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Cockatoo Island to Balmain

The distance between Cockatoo Island, Sydney and Balmain, Sydney is approximately 9.97 km, which can typically be travelled in 39 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cockatoo Island to Balmain by bus and ferry, so no matter how you choose to travel in Sydney – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Ferry timetable from Cockatoo Island to Balmain

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cockatoo Island to Balmain?

    The fastest way takes 39 minutes, using Ferry line F8, Bus line 505.

  • Is there a direct ferry between Cockatoo Island and Balmain?

    No, you’ll have to take one ferry line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 39 min.

  • Which ferry line goes from Cockatoo Island to Balmain?

    The F8 ferry line goes from Cockatoo Island Wharf station near Cockatoo Island in Woolwich to Woolwich Wharf station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Woolwich Wharf station near Balmain in Sydney.

  • How long does it take to travel from Cockatoo Island to Balmain by ferry and bus?

    The total travel time between Cockatoo Island in Woolwich and Balmain in Sydney by ferry and bus is about 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the ferry near Cockatoo Island to get to Balmain?

    Get on the F8 ferry from the Cockatoo Island Wharf station near Cockatoo Island in Woolwich.

  • Where do I get off the ferry when travelling between Cockatoo Island and Balmain?

    Get off the ferry at the Woolwich Wharf stop, which is closest to Balmain in Sydney.

  • When is the first ferry from Cockatoo Island to Balmain?

    The first ferry from Cockatoo Island in Woolwich to Balmain in Sydney is Cockatoo Island. It leaves the Cockatoo Island Wharf station at 17:49.

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