Commute in Parramatta (2150)

How long does it take to get from Parramatta to the city? Commute time is one of the most searched questions about any suburb, and for good reason. The daily round trip compounds into significant time over a year. The data below covers train, bus, and car commute estimates from Parramatta 2150 to the Sydney CBD (Martin Place), plus a comparison to the Parramatta LGA average.

Parramatta Lifestyle

Commute

Typical off-peak travel time from Parramatta to four key destinations.

Sydney Central

25min

Parramatta

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Chatswood

40min

Sydney Airport

38min

Parramatta is Sydney’s second CBD and a major rail hub. T1 direct to Central in 25 minutes, plus bus and ferry connections across western Sydney.

How we calculated this

Times reflect typical off-peak public-transport journeys from Parramatta. Walking time from your door to the station is not included. Real journeys vary by time of day, line disruptions, and where your workplace actually sits. For a specific trip, check the TfNSW Trip Planner.

Transport for NSW timetables (CC BY 4.0) · Typical off-peak · Updated April 2026.

Drive times from Parramatta to the CBD can vary dramatically depending on the route and time of day. The estimates shown are based on peak congestion models, not off-peak or Google Maps "fastest route" estimates. If you rely on driving for the work commute, test the route yourself at peak hour before making an offer. Conditions on specific roads in the Parramatta area can add 15 to 20 minutes to the displayed estimate.

Commute in nearby suburbs

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