Commute in Surry Hills (2010)

How long does it take to get from Surry Hills 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 Surry Hills 2010 to the Sydney CBD (Martin Place), plus a comparison to the City of Sydney LGA average.

Surry Hills Lifestyle

Commute

Typical off-peak travel time from Central to four key destinations. Central station sits on the western boundary of Surry Hills; Museum station is the closest stop within the suburb.

Sydney Central

2min

Parramatta

27min

Chatswood

17min

Sydney Airport

15min

Surry Hills is a short walk from Central, giving near-instant access to every rail line in the network. It is one of the best-connected inner suburbs for public transport.

How we calculated this

Times reflect typical off-peak public-transport journeys from Central. 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 Surry Hills 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 City of Sydney area can add 15 to 20 minutes to the displayed estimate.

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