How long does it take from Macdonaldtown to Bondi Junction by metro?

The journey from Macdonaldtown to Bondi Junction takes approximately 45 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 19.78 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Macdonaldtown to Bondi Junction?

The token fare from Macdonaldtown to Bondi Junction 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 Macdonaldtown for Bondi Junction?

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

What is the last train from Macdonaldtown to Bondi Junction?

The last train from Macdonaldtown towards Central departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bondi Junction back towards Macdonaldtown departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Macdonaldtown to Bondi Junction?

There are 7 stops between Macdonaldtown and Bondi Junction on the T2 Inner West & Leppington. The stations are: Macdonaldtown, Redfern.

Macdonaldtown To Bondi Junction

ShortestShortest Route

Macdonaldtown

Platform 1·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Central

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

Redfern

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Arrive Platform 7·underground3.63 km

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

interchange Redfern — 5 min

Platform 7 · 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

yellow interchange

+10.78 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Kings Cross

+21.58 min

5.41 min · 2.7 km

Edgecliff

+26.97 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Bondi Junction

Arrive Platform 1·underground16.15 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

45 min

Total time

stops

19.78 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Macdonaldtown	05:00	23:00	Towards Central
Bondi Junction	05:00	00:30	Towards Macdonaldtown

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

2.67 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.23 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$268

Cab

A$486

Estimates for 19.78 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Macdonaldtown

underground

Macdonaldtown, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

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Arrival station

Bondi Junction

underground

Bondi Junction, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Bondi Junction exit 1· Bondi Junction, Bondi Beach♿

Bondi Junction exit 2· Bondi Junction, Bondi Beach♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines