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

The journey from Chatswood to Macarthur takes approximately 99 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 42.26 km across 15 stops.

What is the metro fare from Chatswood to Macarthur?

The token fare from Chatswood to Macarthur 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 Macarthur?

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 Macarthur?

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

How many stops from Chatswood to Macarthur?

There are 15 stops between Chatswood and Macarthur on the T1 North Shore & Western. The stations are: Chatswood, North Sydney, Wynyard, Town Hall, Central.

Chatswood To Macarthur

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

+17.08 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

Central

aqua interchangeblue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground11.43 km

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

interchange Central — 5 min

Platform 3 · M1 Metro Line ·Platform 1 Towards Tallawong

+5 min

Central

yellow interchangeblue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

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

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.38 km

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

interchange Wolli Creek — 5 min

Platform 1 · T8 Airport & South ·Platform 3 Towards Central

+5 min

Wolli Creek

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·T8 Airport & SouthTowards Central

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

Turrella

+5.41 min

5.41 min · 2.7 km

Bardwell Park

+10.8 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Glenfield

+26.99 min

5.41 min · 2.7 km

Campbelltown

+32.38 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Macarthur

Arrive Platform 1·underground18.85 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

99 min

Total time

stops

42.26 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

5.71 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.62 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~169 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$264

Auto

A$538

Cab

A$980

Estimates for 42.26 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

Macarthur

underground

Macarthur, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Macarthur exit 1· Macarthur area♿

Macarthur exit 2· Macarthur area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines