How long does it take from Macdonaldtown to Gadigal by metro?

The journey from Macdonaldtown to Gadigal takes approximately 26 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 10.57 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Macdonaldtown to Gadigal?

The token fare from Macdonaldtown to Gadigal 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 Gadigal?

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 Gadigal?

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

How many stops from Macdonaldtown to Gadigal?

There are 3 stops between Macdonaldtown and Gadigal on the T2 Inner West & Leppington. The stations are: Macdonaldtown, Redfern, Central.

Macdonaldtown To Gadigal

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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+7.1 min

7.1 min · 3.63 km

Central

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Arrive Platform 9·underground7.27 km

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

interchange Central — 5 min

Platform 9 · M1 Metro Line ·Platform 1 Towards Tallawong

+5 min

Central

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Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Tallawong

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

Gadigal

Arrive Platform 2·underground3.3 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

26 min

Total time

stops

10.57 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Macdonaldtown	05:00	23:00	Towards Central
Gadigal	05:00	23:00	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

1.43 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.66 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~42 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$74

Auto

A$156

Cab

A$282

Estimates for 10.57 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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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

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Gadigal

underground

Gadigal, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines