How long does it take from Town Hall to Penrith by metro?

The journey from Town Hall to Penrith takes approximately 46 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 22.86 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Town Hall to Penrith?

The token fare from Town Hall 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 Town Hall for Penrith?

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

What is the last train from Town Hall to Penrith?

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

How many stops from Town Hall to Penrith?

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

Town Hall To Penrith

ShortestShortest Route

Town Hall

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

Central

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+5.7 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Redfern

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+11.4 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Westmead

+34.18 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Blacktown

+39.86 min

5.68 min · 2.85 km

Penrith

Arrive Platform 1·underground22.86 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

46 min

Total time

stops

22.86 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Town Hall	05:00	00:30	Towards Berowra
Penrith	05:00	00:30	Towards Town Hall

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

3.09 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.42 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~91 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$148

Auto

A$304

Cab

A$552

Estimates for 22.86 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Town Hall

underground

Town Hall, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Town Hall exit 1· Town Hall, QVB♿

Town Hall exit 2· Town Hall, QVB♿

Town Hall exit 3· Town Hall, QVB♿

Town Hall exit 4· Town Hall, QVB♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

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