What is the cheapest way to get from Cockatoo Island to Parramatta?

The cheapest way to get from Cockatoo Island to Parramatta is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cockatoo Island to Parramatta?

The fastest way to get from Cockatoo Island to Parramatta is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Cockatoo Island and Parramatta?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Victoria Rd After Lyons Rd and arriving at Parramatta Station, Stand B3 station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Cockatoo Island and Parramatta?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A and arriving at Parramatta Wharf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cockatoo Island and Parramatta?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wynyard Station station and arriving at Parramatta Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Cockatoo Island to Parramatta?

The distance between Cockatoo Island and Parramatta is 25 km. The road distance is 18.7 km.

How do I travel from Cockatoo Island to Parramatta without a car?

The best way to get from Cockatoo Island to Parramatta without a car is to train via Central Station which takes 33 min and costs $7 - $15.

How long does it take to get from Cockatoo Island to Parramatta?

It takes approximately 33 min to get from Cockatoo Island to Parramatta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cockatoo Island to Parramatta bus from?

Cockatoo Island to Parramatta bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Victoria Rd After Lyons Rd station.

Where do I catch the Cockatoo Island to Parramatta train from?

Cockatoo Island to Parramatta train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Cockatoo Island to Parramatta?

The best way to get from Cockatoo Island to Parramatta is to train via Central Station which takes 33 min and costs $7 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $6 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Cockatoo Island to Parramatta bus arrive?

Cockatoo Island to Parramatta bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Parramatta Station, Stand B3.

Where does the Cockatoo Island to Parramatta train arrive?

Cockatoo Island to Parramatta train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Parramatta Station.

Can I drive from Cockatoo Island to Parramatta?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockatoo Island to Parramatta is 19 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Cockatoo Island to Parramatta.

Where can I stay near Parramatta?

There are 4650+ hotels available in Parramatta.

Cockatoo Island to Parramatta - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry

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There are 6 ways to get from Cockatoo Island to Parramatta by train, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Train via Central Station
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Parramatta Stationtrain Bmt
33 min
$7–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Rd After Lyons Rd to Parramatta Station, Stand B3bus 52
50 min
$3–6
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Cockatoo Island Wharf, Side A to Parramatta Wharfferry F3
1h 5m
$9–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cockatoo Island to Parramattataxi 18.7 km
22 min
$55–70
Drive 18.7 km
1. Drive from Cockatoo Island to Parramattacar 18.7 km
22 min
$4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Wynyard Station to Parramatta Stationtrain T2
52 min
$4–8

Cockatoo Island to Parramatta by train

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Distance: 25.4 km
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Cockatoo Island, NSW, Australia and Parramatta, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Parramatta Station hourly. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 25 min. Sydney Trains also services this route every 5 minutes. Alternatively, Busways operates a bus from Victoria Rd After Lyons Rd to Parramatta Station, Stand B3 every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 50 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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