How long does it take from Victoria Cross to Macarthur by metro?

The journey from Victoria Cross to Macarthur takes approximately 98 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 44.03 km across 15 stops.

What is the metro fare from Victoria Cross to Macarthur?

The token fare from Victoria Cross to Macarthur 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 Victoria Cross for Macarthur?

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

What is the last train from Victoria Cross to Macarthur?

The last train from Victoria Cross towards Sydenham departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Macarthur back towards Victoria Cross departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Victoria Cross to Macarthur?

There are 15 stops between Victoria Cross and Macarthur on the M1 Metro Line. The stations are: Victoria Cross, Barangaroo, Martin Place, Gadigal, Central, Waterloo, Sydenham.

Victoria Cross To Macarthur

ShortestShortest Route

Victoria Cross

Platform 1·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Sydenham

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

Barangaroo

+6.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Martin Place

blue interchange

+13 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Central

yellow interchangeblue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

+26 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Waterloo

+32.5 min

6.5 min · 3.3 km

Sydenham

Arrive Platform 1·underground19.8 km

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

interchange Sydenham — 5 min

Platform 1 · T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra ·Platform 3 Towards Bondi Junction

+5 min

Sydenham

Platform 3·underground·T4 Eastern Suburbs & IllawarraTowards Bondi Junction

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

Tempe

+5.39 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Wolli Creek

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.38 km

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

interchange Wolli Creek — 5 min

Platform 1 · T8 Airport & South ·Platform 3 Towards Central

+5 min

Wolli Creek

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·T8 Airport & SouthTowards Central

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

Turrella

+5.41 min

5.41 min · 2.7 km

Bardwell Park

+10.8 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Glenfield

+26.99 min

5.41 min · 2.7 km

Campbelltown

+32.38 min

5.39 min · 2.69 km

Macarthur

Arrive Platform 1·underground18.85 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

98 min

Total time

stops

44.03 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Victoria Cross	05:00	23:00	Towards Sydenham
Macarthur	05:00	00:30	Towards Victoria Cross

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

5.94 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.73 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~176 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$274

Auto

A$558

Cab

A$1018

Estimates for 44.03 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Bondi JunctionCronulla

M1 Metro Line

CentralMacarthur

M1 Metro Line

Departure station

Victoria Cross

underground

Victoria Cross, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Macarthur

underground

Macarthur, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Macarthur exit 1· Macarthur area♿

Macarthur exit 2· Macarthur area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines