How long does it take from Ashfield to Kings Cross by metro?

The journey from Ashfield to Kings Cross takes approximately 52 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 20.89 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Ashfield to Kings Cross?

The token fare from Ashfield to Kings Cross 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 Ashfield for Kings Cross?

At Ashfield, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Leppington. Look for the electronic board showing "Leppington".

What is the last train from Ashfield to Kings Cross?

The last train from Ashfield towards Leppington departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Kings Cross back towards Ashfield departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Ashfield to Kings Cross?

There are 7 stops between Ashfield and Kings Cross on the T2 Inner West & Leppington. The stations are: Ashfield, Burwood, Strathfield.

Ashfield To Kings Cross

ShortestShortest Route

Ashfield

Platform 2·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Leppington

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

Burwood

+7.12 min

7.12 min · 3.64 km

Strathfield

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground7.27 km

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

interchange Strathfield — 5 min

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

+5 min

Strathfield

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

Redfern

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Arrive Platform 1·underground2.85 km

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

interchange Redfern — 5 min

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

+5 min

Redfern

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Platform 3·underground·T4 Eastern Suburbs & IllawarraTowards Bondi Junction

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

Central

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+5.39 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Town Hall

yellow interchange

+10.78 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Martin Place

aqua interchange

+16.17 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Kings Cross

Arrive Platform 2·underground10.77 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

20.89 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Ashfield	05:00	23:00	Towards Leppington
Kings Cross	05:00	23:00	Towards Ashfield

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

2.82 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.30 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~84 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$136

Auto

A$280

Cab

A$510

Estimates for 20.89 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Ashfield

underground

Ashfield, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Kings Cross

underground

Kings Cross, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines