How long does it take from Lidcombe to Chatswood by metro?

The journey from Lidcombe to Chatswood takes approximately 40 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 20 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Lidcombe to Chatswood?

The token fare from Lidcombe to Chatswood 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 Lidcombe for Chatswood?

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

What is the last train from Lidcombe to Chatswood?

The last train from Lidcombe towards Berowra departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Chatswood back towards Lidcombe departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Lidcombe to Chatswood?

There are 7 stops between Lidcombe and Chatswood on the T1 North Shore & Western. The stations are: Lidcombe, Strathfield, Redfern, Central, Town Hall, Wynyard, North Sydney, Chatswood.

Lidcombe To Chatswood

ShortestShortest Route

Lidcombe

Platform 2·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

Strathfield

orange interchange

+5.7 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Redfern

blue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

+11.38 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

Wynyard

+28.46 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

North Sydney

+34.16 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Chatswood

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground20 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

40 min

Total time

stops

20 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Lidcombe	05:00	23:00	Towards Berowra
Chatswood	05:00	00:30	Towards Lidcombe

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

2.70 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.24 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~80 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$130

Auto

A$270

Cab

A$490

Estimates for 20 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Lidcombe

underground

Lidcombe, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Chatswood

underground

Chatswood, Sydney, Australia

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Chatswood exit 1· Chatswood♿

Chatswood exit 2· Chatswood♿

Chatswood exit 3· Chatswood♿

Chatswood exit 4· Chatswood♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access