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

The journey from Petersham to Penrith takes approximately 55 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 25.19 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Petersham to Penrith?

The token fare from Petersham 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 Petersham for Penrith?

At Petersham, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Leppington. Look for the electronic board showing "Leppington".

What is the last train from Petersham to Penrith?

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

How many stops from Petersham to Penrith?

There are 8 stops between Petersham and Penrith on the T2 Inner West & Leppington. The stations are: Petersham, Ashfield, Burwood, Strathfield.

Petersham To Penrith

ShortestShortest Route

Petersham

Platform 2·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Leppington

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

Ashfield

+7.1 min

7.1 min · 3.63 km

Burwood

+14.22 min

7.12 min · 3.64 km

Strathfield

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground10.9 km

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

interchange Strathfield — 5 min

Platform 3 · T1 North Shore & Western ·Platform 1 Towards Berowra

+5 min

Strathfield

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

Lidcombe

+5.7 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Parramatta

+11.4 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Westmead

+17.1 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Blacktown

+22.78 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

Penrith

Arrive Platform 1·underground14.29 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

25.19 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Petersham	05:00	23:00	Towards Leppington
Penrith	05:00	00:30	Towards Petersham

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 25.19 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Petersham

underground

Petersham, 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