How long does it take from International Airport to North Ryde by metro?

The journey from International Airport to North Ryde takes approximately 67 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 28.36 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from International Airport to North Ryde?

The token fare from International Airport to North Ryde 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 International Airport for North Ryde?

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

What is the last train from International Airport to North Ryde?

The last train from International Airport towards Central departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from North Ryde back towards International Airport departs at 00:30.

How many stops from International Airport to North Ryde?

There are 10 stops between International Airport and North Ryde on the T8 Airport & South. The stations are: International Airport, Domestic Airport, Mascot, Green Square, Redfern.

International Airport To North Ryde

ShortestShortest Route

International Airport

Platform 2·underground·T8 Airport & SouthTowards Central

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

Domestic Airport

+5.39 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Mascot

+10.78 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Green Square

+16.19 min

5.41 min · 2.7 km

Redfern

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Arrive Platform 5·underground10.77 km

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

interchange Redfern — 5 min

Platform 5 · T1 North Shore & Western ·Platform 1 Towards Berowra

+5 min

Redfern

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Platform 1·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

Central

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+5.7 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Town Hall

blue interchange

+11.4 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Wynyard

+17.08 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

North Sydney

+22.78 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Chatswood

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground14.29 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

North Ryde

Arrive Platform 2·underground3.3 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

67 min

Total time

stops

28.36 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
International Airport	05:00	23:00	Towards Central
North Ryde	05:00	23:00	Towards International Airport

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

3.83 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.76 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~113 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$180

Auto

A$370

Cab

A$674

Estimates for 28.36 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

International Airport

underground

International Airport, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

North Ryde

underground

North Ryde, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines