Central Railway Station
Central Railway Station is a major architectural landmark in Sydney
Sydney's Central Railway Station is a grand and stately building that rivals major train stations from around the world. It brings out memories of the early days of rail travel.
With a rich history going back to the construction of its predecessor, a single platform station with a corrugated metal shed built in 1855, Grand Central Railway Station has come a long way. The current station was built in 1906 from Pyrmont sandstone that is common in the area. The design was a collaboration between architect Walter Liberty Vernon and a railway engineer named Henry Deane. The goal was to create a station that rivalled the grandeur of some of Great Britain's Grand Stations. The design included a tall clock tower.
Today the station serves over 80,000 commuters daily. There is a total of 27 platforms; however, not all are actively used. As as a tourist using public transit, it will be hard for you to miss this stately Sydney landmark.
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Nearby attractions: Powerhouse Museum and Capitol Theatre.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoAddress: Eddy Ave, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
Official Website: Central Railway Station
Central Railway Station Reviews
Rated out of 5
Central Station is Sydney’s main transport hub, connecting trains, metro, buses, and light rail in one place. It’s well signposted, generally clean, and easy to navigate despite being busy during peak hours. Recent upgrades have improved accessibility and facilities, making travel more convenient for commuters and visitors alike.
Manpreet Kour - a month ago
Sydney Central Station is not just a train station and transportation hub. As a building with distinctive architecture that has undergone renovation here and there, it is a comfortable and 'permanent' home for a number of homeless people. In the past, this Train Station only served commuters and XPT. Now the Light Rail Transit (LRT) is also here.
Taufik WIDJAJA - 3 months ago
Nicely structured with information of routes on display for trains and metro, signs everywhere for easy navigation between platforms through escalators and lifts. You can access the light rail right outside the station, follow the signs. All the new upgrades of the premises are pretty amazing. There are ample toilets available too. If you are new i would recommend checking your route information on maps where you can also find information about platforms and train timing as there are many platforms and it might take a few minutes to get you across the platforms. Hope you enjoy your ride. Cheers.
Arpita Rao - 6 months ago
Central station is as most important railway hub in NSW, unique architecture and great view. Very organized.
Oliver - 2 months ago
One of the most amazing place in Sydney. It's the first stop for international visitors, the frist stop of Interstate visitors. It's also the home of many homeless people.
William Chew - 7 months ago
Directions
| Train Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Light Rail L1 | Central Station | 0 minutes |
| T1, T2, T3, T4, T8 or T9 | Central Station | 0 minutes |
How to get to Central Railway Station by Train
By Train or Light Rail exit at Central Station.
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