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

The journey from Castle Hill to Bondi Junction takes approximately 88 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 39.14 km across 13 stops.

What is the metro fare from Castle Hill to Bondi Junction?

The token fare from Castle Hill to Bondi Junction 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 Castle Hill for Bondi Junction?

At Castle 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 Castle Hill to Bondi Junction?

The last train from Castle Hill towards Sydenham departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bondi Junction back towards Castle Hill departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Castle Hill to Bondi Junction?

There are 13 stops between Castle Hill and Bondi Junction on the M1 Metro Line. The stations are: Castle Hill, Cherrybrook, Epping, Macquarie University, Macquarie Park, North Ryde, Chatswood.

Castle Hill To Bondi Junction

ShortestShortest Route

Castle Hill

Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Sydenham

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

Cherrybrook

+6.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Epping

+13 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Macquarie Park

+26 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

North Ryde

+32.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Chatswood

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground19.8 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

Town Hall

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.57 km

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

interchange Town Hall — 5 min

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

+5 min

Town Hall

yellow interchange

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

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

Martin Place

aqua interchange

+5.39 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Kings Cross

+10.8 min

5.41 min · 2.7 km

Edgecliff

+16.19 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Bondi Junction

Arrive Platform 1·underground10.77 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

88 min

Total time

stops

39.14 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Castle Hill	05:00	23:00	Towards Sydenham
Bondi Junction	05:00	00:30	Towards Castle 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

5.28 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.43 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~157 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$244

Auto

A$500

Cab

A$912

Estimates for 39.14 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Castle Hill

underground

Castle Hill, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival 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