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

The journey from Petersham to International Airport takes approximately 48 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 21.68 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Petersham to International Airport?

The token fare from Petersham to International Airport 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 Petersham for International Airport?

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

What is the last train from Petersham to International Airport?

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

How many stops from Petersham to International Airport?

There are 7 stops between Petersham and International Airport on the T2 Inner West & Leppington. The stations are: Petersham, Newtown, Macdonaldtown, Redfern.

Petersham To International Airport

ShortestShortest Route

Petersham

Platform 1·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Central

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

Newtown

+7.12 min

7.12 min · 3.64 km

Macdonaldtown

+14.24 min

7.12 min · 3.64 km

Redfern

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Arrive Platform 7·underground10.91 km

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

interchange Redfern — 5 min

Platform 7 · T8 Airport & South ·Platform 5 Towards Central

+5 min

Redfern

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Platform 5·underground·T8 Airport & SouthTowards Central

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

Green Square

+5.39 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Mascot

+10.8 min

5.41 min · 2.7 km

Domestic Airport

+16.19 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

International Airport

Arrive Platform 1·underground10.77 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

48 min

Total time

stops

21.68 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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

2.93 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.34 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~87 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$140

Auto

A$290

Cab

A$526

Estimates for 21.68 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Petersham

underground

Petersham, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival 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