Getting Around from Western Sydney Airport
WSA opens October 2026 with limited public transport. A car is the best option until the metro arrives in 2027. Here's what you need to know.
Transport Options
Car Rental
The most flexible option. Every major rental company will operate from WSA. Without a car, you're relying on rideshare or taxis to reach most attractions.
Compare pricesBus Services
Free interim bus to St Marys Station until metro opens. Five bus routes launching July 2026 to Penrith, Liverpool and Campbelltown.
Rideshare & Taxi
Uber, Ola and taxis will service WSA from day one. Expect $30–50 to Penrith, $50–80 to Parramatta, $80–120 to Sydney CBD.
Sydney Metro (2027)
The WSA metro line connects to St Marys Station and the broader Sydney rail network. Expected to open in 2027.
Driving Distances from WSA
| Destination | Distance | Drive Time |
|---|---|---|
| Penrith CBD | 25 km | 25 min |
| Blue Mountains (Katoomba) | 65 km | 50 min |
| Parramatta | 30 km | 30 min |
| Liverpool | 20 km | 20 min |
| Campbelltown | 25 km | 25 min |
| Sydney CBD | 55 km | 50 min |
| Hawkesbury (Windsor) | 55 km | 45 min |
| Southern Highlands (Bowral) | 90 km | 65 min |
| Hunter Valley | 150 km | 100 min |