How long does it take from International Airport to Bondi Junction by metro?

The journey from International Airport to Bondi Junction takes approximately 59 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 26.92 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from International Airport to Bondi Junction?

The token fare from International Airport to Bondi Junction 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 International Airport for Bondi Junction?

At International Airport, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Central. Look for the electronic board showing "Central".

What is the last train from International Airport to Bondi Junction?

The last train from International Airport towards Central departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bondi Junction back towards International Airport departs at 00:30.

How many stops from International Airport to Bondi Junction?

There are 10 stops between International Airport and Bondi Junction on the T8 Airport & South. The stations are: International Airport, Domestic Airport, Mascot, Green Square, Redfern.

International Airport To Bondi Junction

ShortestShortest Route

International Airport

Platform 2·underground·T8 Airport & SouthTowards Central

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Domestic Airport

+5.39 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Mascot

+10.78 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Green Square

+16.19 min

5.41 min · 2.7 km

Redfern

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Arrive Platform 5·underground10.77 km

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

interchange Redfern — 5 min

Platform 5 · T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra ·Platform 3 Towards Bondi Junction

+5 min

Redfern

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

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

Central

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+5.39 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Town Hall

yellow interchange

+10.78 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Kings Cross

+21.58 min

5.41 min · 2.7 km

Edgecliff

+26.97 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Bondi Junction

Arrive Platform 1·underground16.15 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

59 min

Total time

stops

26.92 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
International Airport	05:00	23:00	Towards Central
Bondi Junction	05:00	00:30	Towards International Airport

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

3.63 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.67 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~108 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$172

Auto

A$354

Cab

A$642

Estimates for 26.92 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

International Airport

underground

International Airport, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

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Arrival station

Bondi Junction

underground

Bondi Junction, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Bondi Junction exit 1· Bondi Junction, Bondi Beach♿

Bondi Junction exit 2· Bondi Junction, Bondi Beach♿

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

Facilities

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