Getting from Balmain to Circular Quay takes about 24 min by public transport, on line F8, 442, T8, with no transfers, with about 12 min on foot.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line F8 towards Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side B: board at Balmain Wharf, alight at Circular Quay, Wharf 4, Side B — 1 stops, 12 min ride.
- Line 442 towards Balmain East Wharf, Darling St: board at Gladstone Park, Darling St, alight at QVB, York St, Stand B — 10 stops, 17 min ride.
- Line T8 towards Macarthur Station Platform 1: board at Town Hall Station Platform 6, alight at Circular Quay Station Platform 2 — 2 stops, 7 min ride.
- Line L3 towards Circular Quay Light Rail: board at QVB Light Rail, alight at Circular Quay Light Rail — 3 stops, 7 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Balmain
A historic harbour peninsula with pubs on Darling Street and ferries to Circular Quay.
Circular Quay
The harbour transport hub between the Opera House and The Rocks, with the main ferry wharves, trains and light rail.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Balmain to Circular Quay?
A typical trip takes about 24 minutes, of which roughly 12 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Balmain to Circular Quay?
There is a direct connection — line F8, no transfers.
