How long does it take from Sydenham to Cherrybrook by metro?

The journey from Sydenham to Cherrybrook takes approximately 78 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 34.53 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Sydenham to Cherrybrook?

The token fare from Sydenham to Cherrybrook 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 Sydenham for Cherrybrook?

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

What is the last train from Sydenham to Cherrybrook?

The last train from Sydenham towards Tallawong departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from Cherrybrook back towards Sydenham departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Sydenham to Cherrybrook?

There are 11 stops between Sydenham and Cherrybrook on the M1 Metro Line. The stations are: Sydenham, Waterloo, Central.

Sydenham To Cherrybrook

ShortestShortest Route

Sydenham

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

Central

yellow interchangeblue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.6 km

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

interchange Central — 5 min

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

+5 min

Central

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Platform 3·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

Town Hall

blue interchange

+5.7 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Wynyard

+11.38 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

North Sydney

+17.08 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Chatswood

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground11.43 km

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

interchange Chatswood — 5 min

Platform 3 · M1 Metro Line ·Platform 1 Towards Tallawong

+5 min

Chatswood

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Tallawong

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

North Ryde

+6.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Macquarie Park

+13 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Macquarie University

+19.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Epping

+26 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Cherrybrook

Arrive Platform 2·underground16.5 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

78 min

Total time

stops

34.53 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Sydenham	05:00	00:30	Towards Tallawong
Cherrybrook	05:00	23:00	Towards Sydenham

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

4.66 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.14 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~138 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$218

Auto

A$444

Cab

A$810

Estimates for 34.53 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Sydenham

underground

Sydenham, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Sydenham exit 1· Sydenham area♿

Sydenham exit 2· Sydenham area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Cherrybrook

underground

Cherrybrook, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines