How long does it take from Tempe to Macquarie University by metro?

The journey from Tempe to Macquarie University takes approximately 76 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 30.62 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Tempe to Macquarie University?

The token fare from Tempe to Macquarie University 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 Tempe for Macquarie University?

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

What is the last train from Tempe to Macquarie University?

The last train from Tempe towards Bondi Junction departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Macquarie University back towards Tempe departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Tempe to Macquarie University?

There are 10 stops between Tempe and Macquarie University on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra. The stations are: Tempe, Sydenham.

Tempe To Macquarie University

ShortestShortest Route

Tempe

Platform 2·underground·T4 Eastern Suburbs & IllawarraTowards Bondi Junction

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

Sydenham

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.69 km

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

interchange Sydenham — 5 min

Platform 3 · M1 Metro Line ·Platform 1 Towards Tallawong

+5 min

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

aqua interchangeblue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

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

Arrive Platform 2·underground9.9 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

76 min

Total time

stops

30.62 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Tempe	05:00	23:00	Towards Bondi Junction
Macquarie University	05:00	23:00	Towards Tempe

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

4.13 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.90 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~122 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$194

Auto

A$398

Cab

A$724

Estimates for 30.62 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

TallawongSydenham

T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra

BerowraPenrith

T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra

Bondi JunctionCronulla

T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra

CentralMacarthur

T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra

Departure station

Tempe

underground

Tempe, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Macquarie University

underground

Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines