How long does it take from Newtown to Waterloo by metro?

The journey from Newtown to Waterloo takes approximately 33 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 14.21 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Newtown to Waterloo?

The token fare from Newtown to Waterloo 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 Newtown for Waterloo?

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

What is the last train from Newtown to Waterloo?

The last train from Newtown towards Central departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Waterloo back towards Newtown departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Newtown to Waterloo?

There are 4 stops between Newtown and Waterloo on the T2 Inner West & Leppington. The stations are: Newtown, Macdonaldtown, Redfern, Central.

Newtown To Waterloo

ShortestShortest Route

Newtown

Platform 1·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Central

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

Macdonaldtown

+7.12 min

7.12 min · 3.64 km

Redfern

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+14.22 min

7.1 min · 3.63 km

Central

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Arrive Platform 9·underground10.91 km

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

interchange Central — 5 min

Platform 9 · M1 Metro Line ·Platform 1 Towards Tallawong

+5 min

Central

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Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Tallawong

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

Waterloo

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.3 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

33 min

Total time

stops

14.21 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Newtown	05:00	23:00	Towards Central
Waterloo	05:00	23:00	Towards Newtown

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

1.92 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.88 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~57 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$96

Auto

A$200

Cab

A$362

Estimates for 14.21 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Newtown

underground

Newtown, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Waterloo

underground

Waterloo, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines