How to get from Balwyn North to Thomastown by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Balwyn North to Thomastown in Melbourne, take the 207 bus from Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd (Balwyn North) station to Hoddle St/Johnston St (Abbotsford) station. Next, take the MERNDA train from Victoria Park station to Thomastown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

66minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 207
207
Train - MERNDA
MERNDA
Leaves from Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd (Balwyn North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd (Balwyn North)
    ID 4363
    140 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 207207
    Wait for bus
    207
    City (Queen St)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hoddle St/Johnston St (Abbotsford)
    ID 1170
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Victoria Park
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    Mernda
  • 6
    Ride to train station Thomastown
    Ride to train station
    Thomastown
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By train and tram

To get from Balwyn North to Thomastown in Melbourne, take the 48 tram from 51-Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd (Balwyn North) station to 11-Jolimont Station-Mcg/Wellington Pde (East Melbourne) station. Next, take the MERNDA train from Jolimont station to Thomastown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 5 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

65minA$5.30
Tram - 48
48
Train - MERNDA
MERNDA
Leaves from 51-Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd (Balwyn North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    Balwyn North
  • 2
    Tram - 4848
    Wait for tram
    48
    Victoria Harbour Docklands
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    11-Jolimont Station-Mcg/Wellington Pde (East Melbourne)
    ID 18102
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Jolimont
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    Mernda
  • 6
    Ride to train station Thomastown
    Ride to train station
    Thomastown
    31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Balwyn North to Thomastown

The distance between Balwyn North, Melbourne and Thomastown, Melbourne is approximately 23.42 km, which can typically be travelled in 66 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Balwyn North to Thomastown by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Balwyn North

Balwyn North is located at Balwyn North, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Doncaster Rd/Balwyn Rd (Balwyn North).

Bus stations close to Balwyn North:

  • Doncaster Rd/Balwyn Rd (Balwyn North)
  • Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd (Balwyn North)
  • Lansdown St/Balwyn Rd (Balwyn North)

Public transport stations close to Thomastown, Melbourne

Thomastown is located at Thomastown, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Thomastown Station/High St (Thomastown).

Train stations close to Thomastown:

  • Thomastown
  • Keon Park
  • Lalor

Bus stations close to Thomastown:

  • Thomastown Station/High St (Thomastown)
  • Thomastown Station/Station St (Thomastown)
  • Beech St/Alexander Ave (Thomastown)

Related Routes

By train and tram

To get from Balwyn North to Thomastown in Melbourne, take the 48 tram from 51-Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd (Balwyn North) station to 11-Jolimont Station-Mcg/Wellington Pde (East Melbourne) station. Next, take the MERNDA train from Jolimont station to Thomastown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 5 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

65minA$5.30
Tram - 48
48
Train - MERNDA
MERNDA
Leaves from 51-Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd (Balwyn North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    Balwyn North
  • 2
    Tram - 4848
    Wait for tram
    48
    Victoria Harbour Docklands
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    11-Jolimont Station-Mcg/Wellington Pde (East Melbourne)
    ID 18102
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Jolimont
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    Mernda
  • 6
    Ride to train station Thomastown
    Ride to train station
    Thomastown
    31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Balwyn North to Thomastown?

    The fastest way takes 66 minutes, using Bus line 207, Bus line MERNDA.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Balwyn North to Thomastown?

    The alternative route takes 65 minutes, using Bus line 48, Bus line MERNDA.

  • Is there a direct bus between Balwyn North and Thomastown in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 6 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Balwyn North to Thomastown in Melbourne?

    The 207 bus line goes from Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd (Balwyn North) station near Balwyn North to City (Queen St) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till City (Queen St) station near Thomastown in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Balwyn North to Thomastown in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Balwyn North and Thomastown in Melbourne by bus and train is about 1 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Balwyn North to get to Thomastown in Melbourne?

    Get on the 207 bus from the Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd (Balwyn North) stop near Balwyn North in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Balwyn North and Thomastown in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the City (Queen St) station, which is closest to Thomastown in Melbourne.

  • How much is the bus fare from Balwyn North to Thomastown?

    The ride from Balwyn North to Thomastown costs A$5.30.

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