How long does it take from Penrith to Martin Place by metro?

The journey from Penrith to Martin Place takes approximately 55 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 25.21 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Penrith to Martin Place?

The token fare from Penrith to Martin Place 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 Penrith for Martin Place?

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

What is the last train from Penrith to Martin Place?

The last train from Penrith towards Berowra departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from Martin Place back towards Penrith departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Penrith to Martin Place?

There are 9 stops between Penrith and Martin Place on the T1 North Shore & Western. The stations are: Penrith, Blacktown, Westmead, Parramatta, Lidcombe, Strathfield, Redfern.

Penrith To Martin Place

ShortestShortest Route

Penrith

Platform 1·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

Blacktown

+5.7 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Westmead

+11.38 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

Lidcombe

+22.78 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Strathfield

orange interchange

+28.48 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Redfern

blue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground17.14 km

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

interchange Redfern — 5 min

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

+5 min

Redfern

yellow interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

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

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

Central

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+5.39 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Town Hall

yellow interchange

+10.78 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Martin Place

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground8.07 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

55 min

Total time

stops

25.21 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Penrith	05:00	00:30	Towards Berowra
Martin Place	05:00	00:30	Towards Penrith

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

3.40 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.56 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~101 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$162

Auto

A$332

Cab

A$604

Estimates for 25.21 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Bondi JunctionCronulla

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CentralMacarthur

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Departure 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

Arrival station

Martin Place

underground

Martin Place, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Martin Place exit 1· Martin Place♿

Martin Place exit 2· Martin Place♿

Martin Place exit 3· Martin Place♿

Martin Place exit 4· Martin Place♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access