How long does it take from Bondi Junction to Macdonaldtown by metro?

The journey from Bondi Junction to Macdonaldtown takes approximately 46 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 20.73 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bondi Junction to Macdonaldtown?

The token fare from Bondi Junction to Macdonaldtown 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 Bondi Junction for Macdonaldtown?

At Bondi Junction, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Bondi Junction. Look for the electronic board showing "Bondi Junction".

What is the last train from Bondi Junction to Macdonaldtown?

The last train from Bondi Junction towards Bondi Junction departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from Macdonaldtown back towards Bondi Junction departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Bondi Junction to Macdonaldtown?

There are 7 stops between Bondi Junction and Macdonaldtown on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra. The stations are: Bondi Junction, Edgecliff, Kings Cross, Martin Place, Town Hall, Central.

Bondi Junction To Macdonaldtown

ShortestShortest Route

Bondi Junction

Platform 1·underground·T4 Eastern Suburbs & IllawarraTowards Bondi Junction

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

Edgecliff

+5.39 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Kings Cross

+10.78 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Martin Place

aqua interchange

+16.19 min

5.41 min · 2.7 km

Town Hall

yellow interchange

+21.58 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Central

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Arrive Platform 5·underground13.46 km

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

interchange Central — 5 min

Platform 5 · 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

Arrive Platform 2·underground7.27 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

46 min

Total time

stops

20.73 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bondi Junction	05:00	00:30	Towards Bondi Junction
Macdonaldtown	05:00	23:00	Towards Bondi Junction

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

2.80 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.29 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~83 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$134

Auto

A$278

Cab

A$506

Estimates for 20.73 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Bondi Junction

underground

Bondi Junction, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Bondi Junction exit 1· Bondi Junction, Bondi Beach♿

Bondi Junction exit 2· Bondi Junction, Bondi Beach♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Macdonaldtown

underground

Macdonaldtown, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines