How long does it take from Central to Cronulla by metro?

The journey from Central to Cronulla takes approximately 45 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 20.06 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Central to Cronulla?

The token fare from Central to Cronulla is A$4. With a smart card the fare is A$4 (save A$0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's A$4.

Which platform at Central for Cronulla?

At Central, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Tallawong. Look for the electronic board showing "Tallawong".

What is the last train from Central to Cronulla?

The last train from Central towards Tallawong departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from Cronulla back towards Central departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Central to Cronulla?

There are 7 stops between Central and Cronulla on the M1 Metro Line. The stations are: Central, Waterloo, Sydenham.

Central To Cronulla

ShortestShortest Route

Central

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Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Tallawong

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30Doors open: right

Waterloo

+6.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Sydenham

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.6 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

interchange Sydenham — 5 min

Platform 1 · T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra ·Platform 3 Towards Bondi Junction

+5 min

Sydenham

Platform 3·underground·T4 Eastern Suburbs & IllawarraTowards Bondi Junction

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30Doors open: right

Tempe

+5.39 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Wolli Creek

green interchange

+10.78 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Hurstville

+16.19 min

5.41 min · 2.7 km

Sutherland

+21.58 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Cronulla

Arrive Platform 1·underground13.46 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

45 min

Total time

stops

20.06 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Central	05:00	00:30	Towards Tallawong
Cronulla	05:00	00:30	Towards Central

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

A$4

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

A$4

Save A$0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

A$4

Save A$0 per ride

Use your Sydney Metro & Trains smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

2.71 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.24 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~80 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$130

Auto

A$270

Cab

A$492

Estimates for 20.06 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Bondi JunctionCronulla

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CentralMacarthur

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Departure station

Central

underground

Central, Sydney, Australia

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Central exit 1· Central Station♿

Central exit 2· Central Station♿

Central exit 3· Central Station♿

Central exit 4· Central Station♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Cronulla

underground

Cronulla, Sydney, Australia

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Cronulla exit 1· Cronulla Beach♿

Cronulla exit 2· Cronulla Beach♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines