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

The journey from International Airport to Macdonaldtown takes approximately 34 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 14.4 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from International Airport to Macdonaldtown?

The token fare from International Airport to Macdonaldtown 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 Macdonaldtown?

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 Macdonaldtown?

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

How many stops from International Airport to Macdonaldtown?

There are 5 stops between International Airport and Macdonaldtown on the T8 Airport & South. The stations are: International Airport, Domestic Airport, Mascot, Green Square, Redfern.

International Airport To Macdonaldtown

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 · T2 Inner West & Leppington ·Platform 7 Towards Leppington

+5 min

Redfern

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Platform 7·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Leppington

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

Macdonaldtown

Arrive Platform 2·underground3.63 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

34 min

Total time

stops

14.4 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
International Airport	05:00	23:00	Towards Central
Macdonaldtown	05:00	23:00	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

1.94 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.89 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$96

Auto

A$202

Cab

A$366

Estimates for 14.4 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Bondi JunctionCronulla

T8 Airport & South

CentralMacarthur

T8 Airport & South

Departure station

International Airport

underground

International Airport, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Macdonaldtown

underground

Macdonaldtown, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines