Balmain West ferry wharf

Balmain West ferry wharf (also known as Elliott Street ferry wharf) is located on Iron Cove serving the Sydney suburb of Balmain.

Balmain West
LocationElliott Street, Balmain
New South Wales
Australia
Coordinates33°51′18.14″S 151°10′7.12″E
Owned byRoads & Maritime Services
Platforms1 wharf (1 berth)
Construction
Disabled accessYes
History
Previous namesElliot Street, Balmain (–2002)

History

Until October 2013, It was served by Sydney Ferries Parramatta River services operating between Circular Quay and Cockatoo Island.[1] The single wharf was served by First Fleet class ferries. The service was withdrawn due to low patronage.[2][3][4][5]

References

  1. Map Sydney Ferries
  2. NSW Government unveils plans for the future of Sydney ferries Australian Broadcasting Corporation 22 May 2013
  3. Ferries ahoy as minister pushes the boat out Sydney Morning Herald 22 May 2013
  4. Anger over ferry wharf closure Inner West Courier 8 August 2013
  5. New ferry timetable Transport for NSW October 2013
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