How long does it take from Norwest to Macdonaldtown by metro?

The journey from Norwest to Macdonaldtown takes approximately 99 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 45.1 km across 14 stops.

What is the metro fare from Norwest to Macdonaldtown?

The token fare from Norwest to Macdonaldtown 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 Norwest for Macdonaldtown?

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

What is the last train from Norwest to Macdonaldtown?

The last train from Norwest towards Sydenham departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Macdonaldtown back towards Norwest departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Norwest to Macdonaldtown?

There are 14 stops between Norwest and Macdonaldtown on the M1 Metro Line. The stations are: Norwest, Hills Showground, Castle Hill, Cherrybrook, Epping, Macquarie University, Macquarie Park, North Ryde, Chatswood.

Norwest To Macdonaldtown

ShortestShortest Route

Norwest

Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Sydenham

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

Hills Showground

+6.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Castle Hill

+13 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Macquarie Park

+39 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

North Ryde

+45.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Chatswood

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground26.4 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

Town Hall

blue interchange

+17.08 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

Central

aqua interchangeblue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground11.43 km

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

interchange Central — 5 min

Platform 3 · T2 Inner West & Leppington ·Platform 9 Towards Leppington

+5 min

Central

aqua interchangeyellow interchangeblue interchangegreen interchange

Platform 9·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Leppington

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

Redfern

yellow interchangeblue interchangegreen interchange

+7.12 min

7.12 min · 3.64 km

Macdonaldtown

Arrive Platform 2·underground7.27 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

99 min

Total time

stops

45.1 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Norwest	05:00	23:00	Towards Sydenham
Macdonaldtown	05:00	23:00	Towards Norwest

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

6.09 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.80 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~180 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$280

Auto

A$572

Cab

A$1042

Estimates for 45.1 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Norwest

underground

Norwest, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Macdonaldtown

underground

Macdonaldtown, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines