How long does it take from Rouse Hill to Strathfield by metro?

The journey from Rouse Hill to Strathfield takes approximately 111 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 53.44 km across 17 stops.

What is the metro fare from Rouse Hill to Strathfield?

The token fare from Rouse Hill to Strathfield 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 Rouse Hill for Strathfield?

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

What is the last train from Rouse Hill to Strathfield?

The last train from Rouse Hill towards Sydenham departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Strathfield back towards Rouse Hill departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Rouse Hill to Strathfield?

There are 17 stops between Rouse Hill and Strathfield on the M1 Metro Line. The stations are: Rouse Hill, Kellyville, Bella Vista, Norwest, Hills Showground, Castle Hill, Cherrybrook, Epping, Macquarie University, Macquarie Park, North Ryde, Chatswood.

Rouse Hill To Strathfield

ShortestShortest Route

Rouse Hill

Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Sydenham

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

Kellyville

+6.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Bella Vista

+13 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Macquarie Park

+58.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

North Ryde

+65 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Chatswood

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground36.3 km

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

interchange Chatswood — 5 min

Platform 1 · T1 North Shore & Western ·Platform 3 Towards Berowra

+5 min

Chatswood

aqua interchange

Platform 3·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

North Sydney

+5.7 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Wynyard

+11.4 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Central

aqua interchangeblue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

+22.78 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Redfern

blue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

+28.48 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Strathfield

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground17.14 km

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

Route on the map

17stops1changes

FromTo

Journey at a glance

111 min

Total time

stops

53.44 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Rouse Hill	05:00	23:00	Towards Sydenham
Strathfield	05:00	00:30	Towards Rouse Hill

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

7.21 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

3.31 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~214 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$330

Auto

A$672

Cab

A$1226

Estimates for 53.44 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Bondi JunctionCronulla

M1 Metro Line

CentralMacarthur

M1 Metro Line

Departure station

Rouse Hill

underground

Rouse Hill, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Strathfield

underground

Strathfield, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Strathfield exit 1· Strathfield♿

Strathfield exit 2· Strathfield♿

Strathfield exit 3· Strathfield♿

Strathfield exit 4· Strathfield♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access