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

The journey from Kings Cross to Tempe takes approximately 47 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 18.59 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Kings Cross to Tempe?

The token fare from Kings Cross to Tempe 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 Tempe?

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 Tempe?

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

How many stops from Kings Cross to Tempe?

There are 6 stops between Kings Cross and Tempe on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra. The stations are: Kings Cross, Martin Place.

Kings Cross To Tempe

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

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.7 km

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

interchange Martin Place — 5 min

Platform 3 · M1 Metro Line ·Platform 1 Towards Tallawong

+5 min

Martin Place

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Tallawong

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

Gadigal

+6.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Central

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+13 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Waterloo

+19.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Sydenham

Arrive Platform 1·underground13.2 km

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

interchange Sydenham — 5 min

Platform 1 · T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra ·Platform 3 Towards Bondi Junction

+5 min

Sydenham

Platform 3·underground·T4 Eastern Suburbs & IllawarraTowards Bondi Junction

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

Tempe

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.69 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

47 min

Total time

stops

18.59 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

2.51 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.15 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~74 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$122

Auto

A$254

Cab

A$458

Estimates for 18.59 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

TallawongSydenham

T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra

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

Tempe

underground

Tempe, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines