Getting from Circular Quay to Sydney CBD takes about 10 min by public transport, on line T3, T2, L3, with no transfers, with about 5 min on foot.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line T3 towards Liverpool Station Platform 3: board at Circular Quay Station Platform 1, alight at Town Hall Station Platform 1 — 2 stops, 5 min ride.
- Line T2 towards Parramatta Station Platform 4: board at Circular Quay Station Platform 1, alight at Town Hall Station Platform 1 — 2 stops, 5 min ride.
- Line L3 towards Juniors Kingsford Light Rail: board at Circular Quay Light Rail, alight at Town Hall Light Rail — 4 stops, 6 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.
Sydney CBD
The city centre between Circular Quay and Central, with Martin Place, Pitt Street Mall and the Queen Victoria Building.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Circular Quay to Sydney CBD?
A typical trip takes about 10 minutes, of which roughly 5 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Circular Quay to Sydney CBD?
There is a direct connection — line T3, T2, L3, no transfers.
From Circular Quay onward
