How long does it take from Macquarie Park to Blacktown by metro?

The journey from Macquarie Park to Blacktown takes approximately 75 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 35.17 km across 12 stops.

What is the metro fare from Macquarie Park to Blacktown?

The token fare from Macquarie Park to Blacktown 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 Macquarie Park for Blacktown?

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

What is the last train from Macquarie Park to Blacktown?

The last train from Macquarie Park towards Sydenham departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Blacktown back towards Macquarie Park departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Macquarie Park to Blacktown?

There are 12 stops between Macquarie Park and Blacktown on the M1 Metro Line. The stations are: Macquarie Park, North Ryde, Chatswood.

Macquarie Park To Blacktown

ShortestShortest Route

Macquarie Park

Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Sydenham

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

North Ryde

+6.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Chatswood

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.6 km

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

interchange Chatswood — 5 min

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

+5 min

Chatswood

aqua interchange

Platform 3·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

North Sydney

+5.7 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Wynyard

+11.4 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Parramatta

+45.56 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Westmead

+51.26 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Blacktown

Arrive Platform 1·underground28.57 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

75 min

Total time

stops

35.17 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Macquarie Park	05:00	23:00	Towards Sydenham
Blacktown	05:00	23:00	Towards Macquarie Park

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

4.75 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.18 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~141 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$222

Auto

A$452

Cab

A$824

Estimates for 35.17 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Macquarie Park

underground

Macquarie Park, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Blacktown

underground

Blacktown, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines