How long does it take from Burwood to Waterloo by metro?

The journey from Burwood to Waterloo takes approximately 35 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 12.64 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Burwood to Waterloo?

The token fare from Burwood to Waterloo 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 Burwood for Waterloo?

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

What is the last train from Burwood to Waterloo?

The last train from Burwood towards Leppington departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Waterloo back towards Burwood departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Burwood to Waterloo?

There are 4 stops between Burwood and Waterloo on the T2 Inner West & Leppington. The stations are: Burwood, Strathfield.

Burwood To Waterloo

ShortestShortest Route

Burwood

Platform 2·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Leppington

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

Strathfield

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.63 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

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Platform 1·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

Redfern

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+5.68 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

Central

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Arrive Platform 3·underground5.71 km

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

interchange Central — 5 min

Platform 3 · M1 Metro Line ·Platform 1 Towards Tallawong

+5 min

Central

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Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Tallawong

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

Waterloo

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.3 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

35 min

Total time

stops

12.64 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Burwood	05:00	23:00	Towards Leppington
Waterloo	05:00	23:00	Towards Burwood

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

1.71 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.78 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~51 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$86

Auto

A$182

Cab

A$328

Estimates for 12.64 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Burwood

underground

Burwood, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Waterloo

underground

Waterloo, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines