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

The journey from Macarthur to Central takes approximately 72 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 30.83 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Macarthur to Central?

The token fare from Macarthur to Central 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 Macarthur for Central?

At Macarthur, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Central. Look for the electronic board showing "Central".

What is the last train from Macarthur to Central?

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

How many stops from Macarthur to Central?

There are 11 stops between Macarthur and Central on the T8 Airport & South. The stations are: Macarthur, Campbelltown, Glenfield, Revesby, Kingsgrove, Bardwell Park, Turrella, Wolli Creek.

Macarthur To Central

ShortestShortest Route

Macarthur

Platform 1·underground·T8 Airport & SouthTowards Central

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

Campbelltown

+5.39 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Glenfield

+10.78 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Bardwell Park

+26.97 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Turrella

+32.36 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Wolli Creek

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground18.85 km

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

interchange Wolli Creek — 5 min

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

+5 min

Wolli Creek

green interchange

Platform 1·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

Sydenham

Arrive Platform 3·underground5.38 km

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

interchange Sydenham — 5 min

Platform 3 · M1 Metro Line ·Platform 1 Towards Tallawong

+5 min

Sydenham

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

Central

yellow interchangeblue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.6 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

72 min

Total time

stops

30.83 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Macarthur	05:00	00:30	Towards Central
Central	05:00	00:30	Towards Macarthur

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

4.16 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.91 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~123 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$194

Auto

A$400

Cab

A$728

Estimates for 30.83 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Bondi JunctionCronulla

T8 Airport & South

LeppingtonCentral

T8 Airport & South

Departure 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

Arrival 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