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

The journey from Castle Hill to Sydenham takes approximately 85 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 37.83 km across 12 stops.

What is the metro fare from Castle Hill to Sydenham?

The token fare from Castle Hill to Sydenham 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 Sydenham?

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 Sydenham?

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

How many stops from Castle Hill to Sydenham?

There are 12 stops between Castle Hill and Sydenham on the M1 Metro Line. The stations are: Castle Hill, Cherrybrook, Epping, Macquarie University, Macquarie Park, North Ryde, Chatswood.

Castle Hill To Sydenham

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

+17.08 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

Central

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Arrive Platform 3·underground11.43 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

+6.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Sydenham

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.6 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

85 min

Total time

stops

37.83 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

5.11 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.35 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~151 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$236

Auto

A$484

Cab

A$882

Estimates for 37.83 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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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

Sydenham

underground

Sydenham, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Sydenham exit 1· Sydenham area♿

Sydenham exit 2· Sydenham area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines