How long does it take from Newtown to Lidcombe by metro?

The journey from Newtown to Lidcombe takes approximately 31 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 12.98 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Newtown to Lidcombe?

The token fare from Newtown to Lidcombe 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 Newtown for Lidcombe?

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

What is the last train from Newtown to Lidcombe?

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

How many stops from Newtown to Lidcombe?

There are 4 stops between Newtown and Lidcombe on the T2 Inner West & Leppington. The stations are: Newtown, Macdonaldtown, Redfern.

Newtown To Lidcombe

ShortestShortest Route

Newtown

Platform 1·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Central

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

Macdonaldtown

+7.12 min

7.12 min · 3.64 km

Redfern

yellow interchangeblue interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 7·underground7.27 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

Strathfield

orange interchange

+5.68 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

Lidcombe

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.71 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

31 min

Total time

stops

12.98 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Newtown	05:00	23:00	Towards Central
Lidcombe	05:00	23:00	Towards Newtown

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

1.75 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.80 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~52 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$88

Auto

A$186

Cab

A$336

Estimates for 12.98 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Newtown

underground

Newtown, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Lidcombe

underground

Lidcombe, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines