How to get from Macarthur Station to Balmain by bus and train?

Macarthur Station to Balmain - Train Timetable

The SHL train from Macarthur Station to Balmain departs once a day at 09:42. The journey takes about 1 hr 13 min.

From Macarthur Station to Balmain by bus and train

To get from Macarthur Station to Balmain you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SHL train from Macarthur Station station to Central Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the T4 train and finally take the 442 bus from QVB, York St, Stand B station to Mullens St at Beattie St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The bus and train schedule from Macarthur Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Balmain on the Moovit app.

73min
Train - SHLSHL
Train - T4
Bus - 442442
Walk to Balmain
Leaves from Macarthur Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Macarthur Station
  • 2
    Train - SHLSHL
    Wait for train
    SHL
    Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central Station
    ID 200060
    47 min
  • 4
    Train - T4
    Wait for train
    T4
    Bondi Junction
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Town Hall Station
    ID 200070
    2 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    QVB, York St, Stand B
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 442442
    Wait for bus
    442
    Balmain East Wharf via City QVB
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mullens St at Beattie St
    10 min
  • 9
    Walk to Balmain
    Walk to
    Balmain
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Macarthur Station to Balmain

The distance between Macarthur Station and Balmain is approximately 53.67 km, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Macarthur Station to Balmain by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Balmain – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Macarthur Station to Balmain

To check the bus and train timetable from Macarthur Station to Balmain using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Macarthur Station) and destination (Balmain), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Macarthur Station to Balmain?

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Train line SHL, Train line T4, Bus line 442.

  • Is there a direct train between Macarthur Station and Balmain?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which train line goes from Macarthur Station to Balmain?

    The SHL train line goes from Central Station near Macarthur Station in Campbelltown (NSW) to Town Hall Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Town Hall Station near Balmain.

  • How long does it take to travel from Macarthur Station to Balmain by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Macarthur Station and Balmain by train and bus is about 1 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Macarthur Station to get to Balmain?

    Get on the SHL train from the Central Station near Macarthur Station in Campbelltown (NSW).

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Macarthur Station and Balmain?

    Get off the train at the Town Hall Station, which is closest to Balmain.

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