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

The journey from North Sydney to Tempe takes approximately 46 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 17.86 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from North Sydney to Tempe?

The token fare from North Sydney to Tempe 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 Tempe?

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 Tempe?

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

How many stops from North Sydney to Tempe?

There are 6 stops between North Sydney and Tempe on the T1 North Shore & Western. The stations are: North Sydney, Wynyard, Town Hall, Central.

North Sydney To Tempe

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

Central

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Arrive Platform 3·underground8.57 km

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

interchange Central — 5 min

Platform 3 · M1 Metro Line ·Platform 1 Towards Tallawong

+5 min

Central

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Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Tallawong

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

Waterloo

+6.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Sydenham

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.6 km

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

interchange Sydenham — 5 min

Platform 1 · T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra ·Platform 3 Towards Bondi Junction

+5 min

Sydenham

Platform 3·underground·T4 Eastern Suburbs & IllawarraTowards Bondi Junction

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

Tempe

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.69 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

46 min

Total time

stops

17.86 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

2.41 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.11 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~71 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$118

Auto

A$244

Cab

A$442

Estimates for 17.86 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

TallawongSydenham

T1 North Shore & Western

BerowraPenrith

T1 North Shore & Western

Bondi JunctionCronulla

T1 North Shore & Western

CentralMacarthur

T1 North Shore & Western

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

Tempe

underground

Tempe, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines