Everything You Need to Know About Public Transport Sydney and Updated Prices

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A Guide to Public Transport Sydney (2025 Update)

Planning to explore Australia’s largest city? Sydney’s public transport system is one of the most convenient ways to get around—from ferries on the harbour to frequent trains, buses and light rail. This guide covers everything you need to know, including public transport prices in Sydney, travel tips, useful links and essential contacts.

Understanding Sydney’s Opal System

Sydney uses the Opal card and Opal single-trip fares as its tap-on/tap-off payment method. You can also use a debit card, credit card or digital wallet.

Where to get Opal Cards

• Opal Retailers: Convenience stores, newsagents, supermarkets

• Opal Website: https://www.opal.com.au

• Customer Care: 13 67 25

The system caps daily and weekly spending, making it affordable for regular travellers.

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Public Transport Prices in Sydney

Fares vary depending on distance and time of travel. Below is a simple breakdown:

Train & Metro

• Short trips: From $3 – $4.60

• Longer distances: $5 – $9.60

Bus & Light Rail

• Short trips: Approx. $3

• Longer routes: $4 – $5.20

Ferries

• Standard ferry routes: $6 – $8.20

• Popular Manly service: Approx. $8.20

Daily & Weekly Caps

• Daily cap: Around $17

• Week cap: Around $60

• Sunday cap: $2.50

(Prices may change; always check the official website).

Sydney Trains & Metro

Sydney’s rail network connects the CBD with outer suburbs, beaches and business hubs.

• Timetables & Service Updates: https://transportnsw.info

• Lost Property: 131 500 (Transport Info Line)

Trains run from early morning until midnight, while the Metro offers frequent services every 4 minutes during peak hours.

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Sydney Buses

Buses are ideal for areas without train access, especially the Northern Beaches, Inner West and Eastern Suburbs.

• Trip Planner: https://transportnsw.info/trip

• Customer Service: 131 500

Night buses (Nightride) operate between midnight and 4 am.

Light Rail: Convenient City Travel

Sydney’s light rail lines connect the CBD, Randwick, Kingsford and Dulwich Hill. Services run every 4–10 minutes.

Route info: https://transportnsw.info/light-rail

Sydney Ferries: Scenic Transport

A must-do for visitors, ferries operate between Circular Quay and destinations like Manly, Taronga Zoo and Parramatta.

Useful Apps for Sydney Transport

• Trip Planner (Transport NSW)

• Opal Travel App

• TripView (real-time updates)

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