Circular Quay → Parramatta: about 62 min, on line T2, Central Coast & Newcastle, with no transfers, plus about 10 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line T2 towards Parramatta Station Platform 4: board at Circular Quay Station Platform 1, alight at Parramatta Station Platform 4 — 22 stops, 52 min ride.
- Line Central Coast & Newcastle towards Newcastle Interchange Station Platform 2: board at Redfern Station Platform 2, alight at Croydon Station Platform 1 — 1 stops, 7 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Circular Quay
The harbour transport hub between the Opera House and The Rocks, with the main ferry wharves, trains and light rail.
Parramatta
Sydney's second CBD on the Parramatta River, with Church Street, a light rail line and the river ferry.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Circular Quay to Parramatta?
A typical trip takes about 62 minutes, of which roughly 10 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Circular Quay to Parramatta?
There is a direct connection — line T2, no transfers.
From Circular Quay onward