How to get from Sydney to Parramatta by train?

By train

To get from Sydney to Parramatta in Sydney, take the T2 train from St James Station station to Central Station station. Next, take the BMT train from Central Station station to Parramatta Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is A$4.00.

45minA$4.00
Walk to train station
Train - T2
Train - BMT
Leaves from St James Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    St James Station
    ID 200050
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - T2
    Wait for train
    T2
    Homebush
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central Station
    ID 200060
    5 min
  • 4
    Train - BMT
    Wait for train
    BMT
    Lithgow
  • 5
    Ride to train station Parramatta Station
    Ride to train station
    Parramatta Station
    ID 215020
    27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via T2 and T1

To get from Sydney to Parramatta in Sydney, take the T2 train from St James Station station to Redfern Station station. Next, take the T1 train from Redfern Station station to Parramatta Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is A$4.00.

53minA$4.00
Walk to train station
Train - T2
Train - T1
Leaves from St James Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    St James Station
    ID 200050
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - T2
    Wait for train
    T2
    Homebush
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Redfern Station
    ID 201510
    8 min
  • 4
    Train - T1
    Wait for train
    T1
    Penrith
  • 5
    Ride to train station Parramatta Station
    Ride to train station
    Parramatta Station
    ID 215020
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Sydney to Parramatta

The distance between Sydney, Sydney and Parramatta, Sydney is approximately 24.74 km, which can typically be travelled in 45 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sydney to Parramatta by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Sydney – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Sydney

Sydney is located at Sydney, Sydney and the nearest public transport station is Martin Place Station, Elizabeth St, Stand E.

Train stations close to Sydney:

  • St James
  • Martin Place
  • Town Hall

Bus stations close to Sydney:

  • Martin Place Station, Elizabeth St, Stand E
  • David Jones, Castlereagh St, Stand B
  • Sheraton on the Park, Elizabeth St

Public transport stations close to Parramatta, Sydney

Parramatta is located at Parramatta, Sydney and the nearest public transport station is Parramatta Station, Stand B1.

Train stations close to Parramatta:

  • Westmead Station
  • Granville Station
  • Harris Park Station

Bus stations close to Parramatta:

  • Parramatta Station, Stand B1
  • Smith St before Phillip St
  • Smith St after Phillip St

Ferry stations close to Parramatta:

  • Parramatta Wharf

Related Routes

Alternative route by train via T2 and T1

To get from Sydney to Parramatta in Sydney, take the T2 train from St James Station station to Redfern Station station. Next, take the T1 train from Redfern Station station to Parramatta Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is A$4.00.

53minA$4.00
Walk to train station
Train - T2
Train - T1
Leaves from St James Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    St James Station
    ID 200050
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - T2
    Wait for train
    T2
    Homebush
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Redfern Station
    ID 201510
    8 min
  • 4
    Train - T1
    Wait for train
    T1
    Penrith
  • 5
    Ride to train station Parramatta Station
    Ride to train station
    Parramatta Station
    ID 215020
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Parramatta?

    The fastest way takes 45 minutes, using Bus line T2, Bus line BMT.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Sydney to Parramatta?

    The alternative route takes 53 minutes, using Bus line T2, Bus line T1.

  • Is there a direct train between Sydney and Parramatta in Sydney?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 45 min.

  • Which train line goes from Sydney to Parramatta in Sydney?

    The T2 train line goes from St James Station station near Sydney to Homebush station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Homebush station near Parramatta in Sydney

  • How long does it take to travel from Sydney to Parramatta in Sydney by train?

    The total travel time between Sydney and Parramatta in Sydney by train is about 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Sydney to get to Parramatta in Sydney?

    Get on the T2 train from the St James Station station near Sydney in Sydney.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Sydney and Parramatta in Sydney?

    Get off the train at the Homebush station, which is closest to Parramatta in Sydney.

  • When is the first ferry from Sydney to Parramatta in Sydney?

    The first ferry from Sydney to Parramatta in Sydney is Parramatta River. It leaves the Circular Quay Wharf 5 station at 17:07.

  • When is the first train from Sydney to Parramatta in Sydney?

    The first train from Sydney to Parramatta in Sydney is Blue Mountains Line. It leaves the Central Station station at 14:24.

  • When is the first bus from Sydney to Parramatta in Sydney?

    The first bus from Sydney to Parramatta in Sydney is Richmond to City Town Hall via Parramatta (Night Service). It leaves the Town Hall Station, Park St, Stand H stop at 14:29.

  • How much is the train fare from Sydney to Parramatta?

    The ride from Sydney to Parramatta costs A$4.00.

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