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

The journey from Hornsby to Martin Place takes approximately 42 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 18.91 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Hornsby to Martin Place?

The token fare from Hornsby 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 Hornsby for Martin Place?

At Hornsby, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Penrith. Look for the electronic board showing "Penrith".

What is the last train from Hornsby to Martin Place?

The last train from Hornsby towards Penrith departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Martin Place back towards Hornsby departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Hornsby to Martin Place?

There are 6 stops between Hornsby and Martin Place on the T1 North Shore & Western. The stations are: Hornsby, Gordon, Chatswood.

Hornsby To Martin Place

ShortestShortest Route

Hornsby

Platform 1·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Penrith

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

Gordon

+5.68 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

Chatswood

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground5.71 km

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

interchange Chatswood — 5 min

Platform 3 · M1 Metro Line ·Platform 1 Towards Tallawong

+5 min

Chatswood

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Tallawong

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

Crows Nest

+6.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Victoria Cross

+13 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Barangaroo

+19.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Martin Place

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground13.2 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

42 min

Total time

stops

18.91 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Hornsby	05:00	23:00	Towards Penrith
Martin Place	05:00	00:30	Towards Hornsby

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

2.55 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.17 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~76 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$124

Auto

A$256

Cab

A$466

Estimates for 18.91 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Hornsby

underground

Hornsby, 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