The fastest way from Macquarie University to Penrith takes about 131 min, on line 611, 750, 745, with 3 transfers; walking adds about 13 min.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 611 towards Blacktown Station, Stand D: board at Waterloo Rd at Byfield St, alight at Blacktown Station, Stand D — 22 stops, 37 min ride.
- Line 750 towards Mount Druitt Station, Stand D: board at Blacktown Station, Stand C, alight at Luxford Rd before Payne St — 23 stops, 15 min ride.
- Line 745 towards St Marys Station, Stand C: board at Luxford Rd before Payne St, alight at St Marys Station, Station St, Stand D — 34 stops, 23 min ride.
- Line 776 towards Penrith Station, Stand F: board at St Marys Station, Station St, Stand D, alight at Station St at Union Lane — 26 stops, 25 min ride.
- Line M1 towards Tallawong Station, Platform 2: board at Macquarie University Station, Platform 2, alight at Bella Vista Station, Platform 2 — 6 stops, 20 min ride.
- Line 775 towards Penrith Station, Stand F: board at Mount Druitt Station, Stand H, alight at Station St at Union Lane — 70 stops, 59 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Macquarie University
A large university campus in Macquarie Park with its own metro station.
Penrith
The western edge of Sydney at the foot of the Blue Mountains, with the Nepean River and Westfield Penrith.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Macquarie University to Penrith?
A typical trip takes about 131 minutes, of which roughly 13 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Macquarie University to Penrith?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is 611 + 750 + 745 + 776, with 3 transfers.
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