The fastest way from Macquarie University to Balmain takes about 50 min, on line M1, 52, 442, with 2 transfers; walking adds about 11 min.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line M1 towards Bankstown Station, Platform 4: board at Macquarie University Station, Platform 1, alight at Gadigal Station, Platform 1 — 8 stops, 23 min ride.
- Line 52 towards Parramatta Station, Stand B3: board at Town Hall, Park St, Stand K, alight at Town Hall House, Druitt St, Stand L — 1 stops, 1 min ride.
- Line 442 towards Balmain East Wharf, Darling St: board at QVB, Market St, Stand F, alight at Darling St at Mort St — 8 stops, 13 min ride.
- Line 506 towards Riley St opp Kennedy St: board at Macquarie University Campus, University Ave, Stand A, alight at Victoria Rd after Darling St — 53 stops, 47 min ride.
- Line 433 towards Darling St opp Gladstone Park: board at Rozelle Public School, Darling St, alight at Darling St at Mort St — 7 stops, 6 min ride.
- Line 441 towards Birchgrove Oval, Grove St: board at Town Hall, Park St, Stand H, alight at Mullens St at Beattie St — 9 stops, 30 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Macquarie University
A large university campus in Macquarie Park with its own metro station.
Balmain
A historic harbour peninsula with pubs on Darling Street and ferries to Circular Quay.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Macquarie University to Balmain?
A typical trip takes about 50 minutes, of which roughly 11 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Macquarie University to Balmain?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is M1 + 52 + 442, with 2 transfers.
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