Sydney Metro & Trains Fare Calculator 2026
Find the exact Sydney Metro & Trains fare between any two of 63 stations. Get token, QR and smart-card prices, the distance, number of stops and estimated travel time — instantly, across all 5 lines.
Select an origin and destination to see the Sydney Metro & Trains fare, distance and travel time instantly.
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How Sydney Metro & Trains fares work
Sydney Metro & Trains uses a distance-based fare system with 1 slabs. The price of your trip depends on how far you travel between your boarding and alighting stations, not on the number of interchanges. Single-journey tokens and QR tickets cost a little more than travelling with a stored-value smart card, and several networks offer an additional discount when you travel during off-peak hours. Fares start at A$4 and rise to a maximum of A$4.
Sydney Metro & Trains fare chart 2026
| Distance | Token / QR | Smart card | Off-peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 0 km | A$4 | A$4 | A$4 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the Sydney Metro & Trains operating hours?▾
The Sydney Metro & Trains generally runs from about 05:00 to 00:30, with trains every 4-10 minutes.
What is the Sydney Metro & Trains fare?▾
The Sydney Metro & Trains uses a flat single-journey fare of about A$4.0 per journey. Rechargeable transit cards and contactless payment are usually accepted.
How many lines does this guide cover for the Sydney Metro & Trains?▾
This guide covers 5 principal lines — M1 Metro Line, T1 North Shore & Western, T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra, T8 Airport & South, T2 Inner West & Leppington — with 63 major stations across about 216.0 km. The full network is larger.
Can I use a contactless card on the Sydney Metro & Trains?▾
Yes. The Sydney Metro & Trains accepts rechargeable transit cards and, on most gates, contactless bank cards or mobile payment.
Where can I change lines on the Sydney Metro & Trains?▾
Chatswood is a key interchange. The map above shows every interchange where you can change lines.