How long does it take from North Sydney to Penrith by metro?

The journey from North Sydney to Penrith takes approximately 57 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 28.57 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from North Sydney to Penrith?

The token fare from North Sydney to Penrith 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 North Sydney for Penrith?

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

What is the last train from North Sydney to Penrith?

The last train from North Sydney towards Penrith departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Penrith back towards North Sydney departs at 00:30.

How many stops from North Sydney to Penrith?

There are 10 stops between North Sydney and Penrith on the T1 North Shore & Western. The stations are: North Sydney, Wynyard, Town Hall, Central, Redfern, Strathfield, Lidcombe, Parramatta, Westmead, Blacktown, Penrith.

North Sydney To Penrith

ShortestShortest Route

North Sydney

Platform 1·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Penrith

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

Wynyard

+5.7 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Town Hall

blue interchange

+11.38 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

Westmead

+45.56 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Blacktown

+51.24 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

Penrith

Arrive Platform 1·underground28.57 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

57 min

Total time

stops

28.57 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
North Sydney	05:00	23:00	Towards Penrith
Penrith	05:00	00:30	Towards North Sydney

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

3.86 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.77 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~114 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$182

Auto

A$372

Cab

A$678

Estimates for 28.57 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

North Sydney

underground

North Sydney, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Penrith

underground

Penrith, Sydney, Australia

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Penrith exit 1· Penrith area♿

Penrith exit 2· Penrith area♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines