How long does it take from Waterloo to Chatswood by metro?

The journey from Waterloo to Chatswood takes approximately 34 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 14.73 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Waterloo to Chatswood?

The token fare from Waterloo to Chatswood 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 Waterloo for Chatswood?

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

What is the last train from Waterloo to Chatswood?

The last train from Waterloo towards Tallawong departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Chatswood back towards Waterloo departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Waterloo to Chatswood?

There are 5 stops between Waterloo and Chatswood on the M1 Metro Line. The stations are: Waterloo, Central.

Waterloo To Chatswood

ShortestShortest Route

Waterloo

Platform 2·underground·M1 Metro LineTowards Tallawong

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

Central

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Arrive Platform 1·underground3.3 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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

34 min

Total time

stops

14.73 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Waterloo	05:00	23:00	Towards Tallawong
Chatswood	05:00	00:30	Towards Waterloo

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

1.99 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.91 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~59 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$98

Auto

A$206

Cab

A$374

Estimates for 14.73 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Waterloo

underground

Waterloo, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Chatswood

underground

Chatswood, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Chatswood exit 1· Chatswood♿

Chatswood exit 2· Chatswood♿

Chatswood exit 3· Chatswood♿

Chatswood exit 4· Chatswood♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access