What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Parramatta?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Parramatta is to bus which costs $3 - $7 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Parramatta is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $70 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney CBD and Parramatta?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Town Hall House, Druitt St, Stand L and arriving at Parramatta Station, Stand B3 station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct ferry between Sydney CBD and Parramatta?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side B and arriving at Parramatta Wharf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney CBD 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 Sydney CBD to Parramatta?

The distance between Sydney CBD and Parramatta is 25 km. The road distance is 24 km.

How do I travel from Sydney CBD to Parramatta without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Parramatta without a car is to train via Central Station which takes 39 min and costs $4 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Sydney CBD to Parramatta?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Sydney CBD to Parramatta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Parramatta bus from?

Sydney CBD to Parramatta bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Wynyard Station, Clarence St, Stand Q.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Parramatta train from?

Sydney CBD to Parramatta train services, operated by Sydney Trains, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney CBD to Parramatta?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Parramatta is to train via Central Station which takes 39 min and costs $4 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus and line 600 bus, which costs $7 - $12 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Parramatta bus arrive?

Sydney CBD to Parramatta bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Old Northern Rd After Windsor Rd station.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Parramatta train arrive?

Sydney CBD to Parramatta train services, operated by Sydney Trains, arrive at Parramatta Station.

Can I drive from Sydney CBD to Parramatta?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney CBD to Parramatta is 24 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Sydney CBD to Parramatta.

Where can I stay near Parramatta?

There are 4650+ hotels available in Parramatta.

Sydney CBD to Parramatta - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 600 bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Sydney CBD 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 T1
39 min
$4–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Town Hall House, Druitt St, Stand L to Parramatta Station, Stand B3bus 52
1h 2m
$3–7
Bus, line 600 bus
1. Take the bus from Wynyard Station, Clarence St, Stand Q to Old Northern Rd After Windsor Rdbus 610X
2. Take the bus from Windsor Rd At Railway St to Parramatta Station, Stand B3bus 600 / ...
53 min
$8–12
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 5, Side B to Parramatta Wharfferry F3
1h 26m
$10–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydney CBD to Parramattataxi 24 km
21 min
$70–85
Drive 24 km
1. Drive from Sydney CBD to Parramattacar 24 km
21 min
$5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Wynyard Station to Parramatta Stationtrain T2
52 min
$4–8

Sydney CBD to Parramatta by train

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Distance: 25.5 km
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Sydney CBD, NSW, Australia and Parramatta, NSW, Australia?

Sydney Trains operates a train from Central Station to Parramatta Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $1–3 and the journey takes 31 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wynyard Station, Clarence St, Stand Q to Parramatta Station, Stand B3 via Old Northern Rd After Windsor Rd and Windsor Rd At Railway St in around 53 min.

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