How long does it take from Macdonaldtown to Rouse Hill by metro?

The journey from Macdonaldtown to Rouse Hill takes approximately 117 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 54.22 km across 17 stops.

What is the metro fare from Macdonaldtown to Rouse Hill?

The token fare from Macdonaldtown to Rouse Hill 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 Rouse Hill?

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 Rouse Hill?

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

How many stops from Macdonaldtown to Rouse Hill?

There are 17 stops between Macdonaldtown and Rouse Hill on the T2 Inner West & Leppington. The stations are: Macdonaldtown, Redfern.

Macdonaldtown To Rouse Hill

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 · T1 North Shore & Western ·Platform 1 Towards Berowra

+5 min

Redfern

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Platform 1·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

Central

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+5.7 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Town Hall

blue interchange

+11.4 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Wynyard

+17.08 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

North Sydney

+22.78 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Chatswood

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground14.29 km

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

interchange Chatswood — 5 min

Platform 3 · M1 Metro Line ·Platform 1 Towards Tallawong

+5 min

Chatswood

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Tallawong

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

North Ryde

+6.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Macquarie Park

+13 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Bella Vista

+58.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Kellyville

+65 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Rouse Hill

Arrive Platform 2·underground36.3 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

117 min

Total time

stops

54.22 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

7.32 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

3.36 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~217 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$336

Auto

A$680

Cab

A$1242

Estimates for 54.22 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

Rouse Hill

underground

Rouse Hill, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines