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

The journey from Central to Burwood takes approximately 24 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 9.34 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Central to Burwood?

The token fare from Central to Burwood 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 Central for Burwood?

At Central, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Berowra. Look for the electronic board showing "Berowra".

What is the last train from Central to Burwood?

The last train from Central towards Berowra departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from Burwood back towards Central departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Central to Burwood?

There are 3 stops between Central and Burwood on the T1 North Shore & Western. The stations are: Central, Redfern, Strathfield.

Central To Burwood

ShortestShortest Route

Central

aqua interchangeblue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Platform 3·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

Redfern

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+5.7 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Strathfield

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.71 km

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

interchange Strathfield — 5 min

Platform 1 · T2 Inner West & Leppington ·Platform 3 Towards Leppington

+5 min

Strathfield

yellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Leppington

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

Burwood

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.63 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

24 min

Total time

stops

9.34 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Central	05:00	00:30	Towards Berowra
Burwood	05:00	23:00	Towards Central

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

1.26 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.58 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~37 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$66

Auto

A$142

Cab

A$256

Estimates for 9.34 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Central

underground

Central, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Central exit 1· Central Station♿

Central exit 2· Central Station♿

Central exit 3· Central Station♿

Central exit 4· Central Station♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Burwood

underground

Burwood, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines