How long does it take from Kings Cross to Parramatta by metro?

The journey from Kings Cross to Parramatta takes approximately 44 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 19.68 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Kings Cross to Parramatta?

The token fare from Kings Cross to Parramatta 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 Kings Cross for Parramatta?

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

What is the last train from Kings Cross to Parramatta?

The last train from Kings Cross towards Cronulla departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Parramatta back towards Kings Cross departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Kings Cross to Parramatta?

There are 7 stops between Kings Cross and Parramatta on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra. The stations are: Kings Cross, Martin Place, Town Hall.

Kings Cross To Parramatta

ShortestShortest Route

Kings Cross

Platform 1·underground·T4 Eastern Suburbs & IllawarraTowards Cronulla

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

Martin Place

aqua interchange

+5.41 min

5.41 min · 2.7 km

Town Hall

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground5.39 km

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

interchange Town Hall — 5 min

Platform 3 · T1 North Shore & Western ·Platform 1 Towards Berowra

+5 min

Town Hall

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

Central

aqua interchangeblue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

+5.7 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Redfern

blue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

+11.4 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Strathfield

orange interchange

+17.08 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

Lidcombe

+22.78 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Parramatta

Arrive Platform 1·underground14.29 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

44 min

Total time

stops

19.68 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Kings Cross	05:00	23:00	Towards Cronulla
Parramatta	05:00	23:00	Towards Kings Cross

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

2.66 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.22 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~79 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$128

Auto

A$266

Cab

A$482

Estimates for 19.68 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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BerowraPenrith

T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra

Bondi JunctionCronulla

T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra

CentralMacarthur

T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra

Departure station

Kings Cross

underground

Kings Cross, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Parramatta

underground

Parramatta, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines