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

The journey from Penrith to Newtown takes approximately 53 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 24.41 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Penrith to Newtown?

The token fare from Penrith to Newtown 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 Newtown?

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 Newtown?

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

How many stops from Penrith to Newtown?

There are 8 stops between Penrith and Newtown on the T1 North Shore & Western. The stations are: Penrith, Blacktown, Westmead, Parramatta, Lidcombe, Strathfield, Redfern.

Penrith To Newtown

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 · T2 Inner West & Leppington ·Platform 7 Towards Leppington

+5 min

Redfern

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Platform 7·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Leppington

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

Macdonaldtown

+7.1 min

7.1 min · 3.63 km

Newtown

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

53 min

Total time

stops

24.41 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Penrith	05:00	00:30	Towards Berowra
Newtown	05:00	23:00	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

3.30 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.51 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~98 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$156

Auto

A$322

Cab

A$588

Estimates for 24.41 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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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

Newtown

underground

Newtown, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines