The fastest way from UNSW Sydney to Penrith takes about 176 min, on line L3, M1, 745, with 3 transfers; walking adds about 11 min.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line L3 towards Circular Quay Light Rail: board at UNSW Anzac Parade Light Rail, alight at Town Hall Light Rail — 8 stops, 20 min ride.
- Line M1 towards Tallawong Station, Platform 2: board at Gadigal Station, Platform 2, alight at Bella Vista Station, Platform 2 — 14 stops, 43 min ride.
- Line 745 towards St Marys Station, Stand C: board at Bella Vista Station, Mawson Ave, Stand B, alight at St Marys Station, Station St, Stand D — 87 stops, 71 min ride.
- Line 775 towards Penrith Station, Stand F: board at St Marys Station, Station St, Stand D, alight at Station St at Union Lane — 26 stops, 22 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 396 towards Circular Quay, Young St, Stand D: board at NIDA, Anzac Pde, alight at Museum Station, Elizabeth St, Stand D — 12 stops, 20 min ride.
About the origin and destination
UNSW Sydney
The University of New South Wales campus in Kensington, on Anzac Parade.
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 UNSW Sydney to Penrith?
A typical trip takes about 176 minutes, of which roughly 11 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from UNSW Sydney to Penrith?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is L3 + M1 + 745 + 775, with 3 transfers.
