How long does it take from Westmead to Macdonaldtown by metro?

The journey from Westmead to Macdonaldtown takes approximately 35 minutes by Sydney Metro & Trains, covering 15.06 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Westmead to Macdonaldtown?

The token fare from Westmead to Macdonaldtown 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 Westmead for Macdonaldtown?

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

What is the last train from Westmead to Macdonaldtown?

The last train from Westmead towards Berowra departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Macdonaldtown back towards Westmead departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Westmead to Macdonaldtown?

There are 5 stops between Westmead and Macdonaldtown on the T1 North Shore & Western. The stations are: Westmead, Parramatta, Lidcombe, Strathfield, Redfern.

Westmead To Macdonaldtown

ShortestShortest Route

Westmead

Platform 2·underground·T1 North Shore & WesternTowards Berowra

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

Parramatta

+5.7 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Lidcombe

+11.4 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Strathfield

orange interchange

+17.1 min

5.7 min · 2.86 km

Redfern

blue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.43 km

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

interchange Redfern — 5 min

Platform 1 · T2 Inner West & Leppington ·Platform 7 Towards Leppington

+5 min

Redfern

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Platform 7·underground·T2 Inner West & LeppingtonTowards Leppington

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

Macdonaldtown

Arrive Platform 2·underground3.63 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

35 min

Total time

stops

15.06 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Westmead	05:00	23:00	Towards Berowra
Macdonaldtown	05:00	23:00	Towards Westmead

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

2.03 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.93 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~60 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

A$4

Bike

A$100

Auto

A$210

Cab

A$382

Estimates for 15.06 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Westmead

underground

Westmead, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Macdonaldtown

underground

Macdonaldtown, Sydney, Australia

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines