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How to get from Sydney to Parramatta by train?

By train

To get from Sydney to Parramatta in Parramatta, take the T3 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 47 min. The ride fare is A$4.00.

47minA$4.00
Walk to train station
Train - T3
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 - T3
    Wait for train
    T3
    Liverpool
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central Station
    ID 200060
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - BMT
    Wait for train
    BMT
    Mount Victoria via Parramatta
  • 5
    Ride to train station Parramatta Station
    Ride to train station
    Parramatta Station
    ID 215020
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via T8 and BMT

To get from Sydney to Parramatta in Parramatta, take the T8 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 49 min. The ride fare is A$4.00.

49minA$4.00
Walk to train station
Train - T8
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 - T8
    Wait for train
    T8
    Revesby
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central Station
    ID 200060
    5 min
  • 4
    Train - BMT
    Wait for train
    BMT
    Mount Victoria via Parramatta
  • 5
    Ride to train station Parramatta Station
    Ride to train station
    Parramatta Station
    ID 215020
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Sydney to Parramatta

The distance between Sydney, Parramatta and Parramatta, Parramatta is approximately 24.74 km, which can typically be travelled in 47 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sydney to Parramatta by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Parramatta – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Sydney

Sydney is located at Sydney, Parramatta 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, Parramatta

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

Train stations close to Parramatta:

  • Parramatta Station
  • Harris Park Station
  • Westmead Station

Bus stations close to Parramatta:

  • Parramatta Station, Stand B1
  • Parramatta Station, Stand B2
  • Parramatta Station, Stand B3

Ferry stations close to Parramatta:

  • Parramatta Wharf

Alternative route by train via T8 and BMT

To get from Sydney to Parramatta in Parramatta, take the T8 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 49 min. The ride fare is A$4.00.

49minA$4.00
Walk to train station
Train - T8
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 - T8
    Wait for train
    T8
    Revesby
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central Station
    ID 200060
    5 min
  • 4
    Train - BMT
    Wait for train
    BMT
    Mount Victoria via Parramatta
  • 5
    Ride to train station Parramatta Station
    Ride to train station
    Parramatta Station
    ID 215020
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 47 minutes, using Bus line T3, Bus line BMT.

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

    The alternative route takes 49 minutes, using Bus line T8, Bus line BMT.

  • Is there a direct train between Sydney and Parramatta?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 47 min.

  • Which train line goes from Sydney to Parramatta?

    The T3 train line goes from St James Station station near Sydney in Sydney to Liverpool station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Parramatta Station station near Parramatta in Parramatta.

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

    The total travel time between Sydney in Sydney and Parramatta in Parramatta by train is about 47 min.

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

    Get on the T3 train from the St James Station station near Sydney in Sydney.

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

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

  • When is the first ferry from Sydney to Parramatta?

    The first ferry from Sydney in Sydney to Parramatta in Parramatta is Parramatta River. It leaves the Circular Quay Wharf 5 station at 03:02.

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

    The ride from Sydney to Parramatta costs A$4.00.

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