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

The journey from Central to Petersham takes approximately 29 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 14.55 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Central to Petersham?

The token fare from Central to Petersham 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 Petersham?

At Central, board from Platform 9 (underground station). The train runs Towards Leppington. Look for the electronic board showing "Leppington".

What is the last train from Central to Petersham?

The last train from Central towards Leppington departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from Petersham back towards Central departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Central to Petersham?

There are 4 stops between Central and Petersham on the T2 Inner West & Leppington. The stations are: Central, Redfern, Macdonaldtown, Newtown, Petersham.

Central To Petersham

ShortestShortest Route

Central

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Platform 9·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Leppington

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

Redfern

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+7.12 min

7.12 min · 3.64 km

Macdonaldtown

+14.22 min

7.1 min · 3.63 km

Newtown

+21.34 min

7.12 min · 3.64 km

Petersham

Arrive Platform 2·underground14.55 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

29 min

Total time

stops

14.55 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Central	05:00	00:30	Towards Leppington
Petersham	05:00	23:00	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

1.96 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.90 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~58 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$98

Auto

A$204

Cab

A$370

Estimates for 14.55 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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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

Petersham

underground

Petersham, Sydney, Australia

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines