How long does it take from Chatswood to Erskineville by metro?

The journey from Chatswood to Erskineville takes approximately 38 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 16.65 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Chatswood to Erskineville?

The token fare from Chatswood to Erskineville 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 Chatswood for Erskineville?

At Chatswood, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Berowra. Look for the electronic board showing "Berowra".

What is the last train from Chatswood to Erskineville?

The last train from Chatswood towards Berowra departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from Erskineville back towards Chatswood departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Chatswood to Erskineville?

There are 6 stops between Chatswood and Erskineville on the T1 North Shore & Western. The stations are: Chatswood, North Sydney, Wynyard, Town Hall.

Chatswood To Erskineville

ShortestShortest Route

Chatswood

aqua interchange

Platform 3·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

North Sydney

+5.7 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Wynyard

+11.4 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Town Hall

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.57 km

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

interchange Town Hall — 5 min

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

+5 min

Town Hall

yellow interchange

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

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

Central

aqua interchangeyellow interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

+5.39 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Redfern

yellow interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

+10.78 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Erskineville

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.08 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

38 min

Total time

stops

16.65 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Chatswood	05:00	00:30	Towards Berowra
Erskineville	05:00	23:00	Towards Chatswood

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

2.25 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.03 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~67 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$110

Auto

A$230

Cab

A$416

Estimates for 16.65 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

TallawongSydenham

T1 North Shore & Western

BerowraPenrith

T1 North Shore & Western

Bondi JunctionCronulla

T1 North Shore & Western

CentralMacarthur

T1 North Shore & Western

Departure station

Chatswood

underground

Chatswood, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Chatswood exit 1· Chatswood♿

Chatswood exit 2· Chatswood♿

Chatswood exit 3· Chatswood♿

Chatswood exit 4· Chatswood♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Erskineville

underground

Erskineville, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines