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

The journey from Central to Tempe takes approximately 23 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 9.29 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Central to Tempe?

The token fare from Central to Tempe 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 Tempe?

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 Tempe?

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

How many stops from Central to Tempe?

There are 3 stops between Central and Tempe on the M1 Metro Line. The stations are: Central, Waterloo, Sydenham.

Central To Tempe

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

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.69 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

23 min

Total time

stops

9.29 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

1.25 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.58 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~37 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$66

Auto

A$142

Cab

A$254

Estimates for 9.29 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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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

Tempe

underground

Tempe, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines