How long does it take from Castle Hill to Martin Place by metro?

The journey from Castle Hill to Martin Place takes approximately 65 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 33 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Castle Hill to Martin Place?

The token fare from Castle Hill to Martin Place 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 Martin Place?

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 Martin Place?

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

How many stops from Castle Hill to Martin Place?

There are 10 stops between Castle Hill and Martin Place on the M1 Metro Line. The stations are: Castle Hill, Cherrybrook, Epping, Macquarie University, Macquarie Park, North Ryde, Chatswood, Crows Nest, Victoria Cross, Barangaroo, Martin Place.

Castle Hill To Martin Place

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

Victoria Cross

+52 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Barangaroo

+58.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Martin Place

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground33 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

65 min

Total time

stops

33 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Castle Hill	05:00	23:00	Towards Sydenham
Martin Place	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

4.46 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.05 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~132 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$208

Auto

A$426

Cab

A$776

Estimates for 33 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

Martin Place

underground

Martin Place, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Martin Place exit 1· Martin Place♿

Martin Place exit 2· Martin Place♿

Martin Place exit 3· Martin Place♿

Martin Place exit 4· Martin Place♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access