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

The journey from Liverpool to Kings Cross takes approximately 59 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 24.53 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Liverpool to Kings Cross?

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

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

What is the last train from Liverpool to Kings Cross?

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

How many stops from Liverpool to Kings Cross?

There are 8 stops between Liverpool and Kings Cross on the T2 Inner West & Leppington. The stations are: Liverpool, Cabramatta, Granville, Strathfield.

Liverpool To Kings Cross

ShortestShortest Route

Liverpool

Platform 1·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Central

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

Cabramatta

+7.1 min

7.1 min · 3.63 km

Granville

+14.22 min

7.12 min · 3.64 km

Strathfield

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground10.91 km

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

interchange Strathfield — 5 min

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

+5 min

Strathfield

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Platform 1·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

Redfern

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Arrive Platform 1·underground2.85 km

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

interchange Redfern — 5 min

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

+5 min

Redfern

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

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

Central

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+5.39 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Town Hall

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+10.78 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Martin Place

aqua interchange

+16.17 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Kings Cross

Arrive Platform 2·underground10.77 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

59 min

Total time

stops

24.53 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Liverpool	05:00	23:00	Towards Central
Kings Cross	05:00	23:00	Towards Liverpool

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

3.31 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.52 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~98 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$158

Auto

A$324

Cab

A$590

Estimates for 24.53 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Liverpool

underground

Liverpool, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival 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