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

The journey from Macquarie Park to Parramatta takes approximately 64 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 29.46 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Macquarie Park to Parramatta?

The token fare from Macquarie Park to Parramatta 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 Parramatta?

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 Parramatta?

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

How many stops from Macquarie Park to Parramatta?

There are 10 stops between Macquarie Park and Parramatta on the M1 Metro Line. The stations are: Macquarie Park, North Ryde, Chatswood.

Macquarie Park To Parramatta

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

Strathfield

orange interchange

+34.16 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

Lidcombe

+39.86 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Parramatta

Arrive Platform 1·underground22.86 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

64 min

Total time

stops

29.46 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

3.98 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.83 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~118 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$186

Auto

A$384

Cab

A$698

Estimates for 29.46 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

Parramatta

underground

Parramatta, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines