How long does it take from Victoria Cross to Newtown by metro?

The journey from Victoria Cross to Newtown takes approximately 52 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 24.11 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Victoria Cross to Newtown?

The token fare from Victoria Cross to Newtown 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 Victoria Cross for Newtown?

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

What is the last train from Victoria Cross to Newtown?

The last train from Victoria Cross towards Sydenham departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Newtown back towards Victoria Cross departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Victoria Cross to Newtown?

There are 7 stops between Victoria Cross and Newtown on the M1 Metro Line. The stations are: Victoria Cross, Barangaroo, Martin Place, Gadigal, Central.

Victoria Cross To Newtown

ShortestShortest Route

Victoria Cross

Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Sydenham

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

Barangaroo

+6.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Martin Place

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+13 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Gadigal

+19.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Central

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Arrive Platform 1·underground13.2 km

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

interchange Central — 5 min

Platform 1 · T2 Inner West & Leppington ·Platform 9 Towards Leppington

+5 min

Central

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Platform 9·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Leppington

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

Redfern

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+7.12 min

7.12 min · 3.64 km

Macdonaldtown

+14.22 min

7.1 min · 3.63 km

Newtown

Arrive Platform 2·underground10.91 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

52 min

Total time

stops

24.11 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Victoria Cross	05:00	23:00	Towards Sydenham
Newtown	05:00	23:00	Towards Victoria Cross

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

3.25 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.49 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~96 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$154

Auto

A$320

Cab

A$580

Estimates for 24.11 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Victoria Cross

underground

Victoria Cross, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Newtown

underground

Newtown, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines