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

The journey from Gadigal to Castle Hill takes approximately 72 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 36.3 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Gadigal to Castle Hill?

The token fare from Gadigal to Castle Hill 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 Gadigal for Castle Hill?

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

What is the last train from Gadigal to Castle Hill?

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

How many stops from Gadigal to Castle Hill?

There are 11 stops between Gadigal and Castle Hill on the M1 Metro Line. The stations are: Gadigal, Martin Place, Barangaroo, Victoria Cross, Crows Nest, Chatswood, North Ryde, Macquarie Park, Macquarie University, Epping, Cherrybrook, Castle Hill.

Gadigal To Castle Hill

ShortestShortest Route

Gadigal

Platform 2·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Tallawong

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

Martin Place

blue interchange

+6.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Barangaroo

+13 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Epping

+58.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Cherrybrook

+65 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Castle Hill

Arrive Platform 2·underground36.3 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

72 min

Total time

stops

36.3 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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

4.90 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.25 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~145 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$228

Auto

A$466

Cab

A$848

Estimates for 36.3 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Gadigal

underground

Gadigal, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival 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