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
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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 weeks ago
So convenient to travel from city central to Sydney International & Domestic airport. Careful with the first train on Sunday due to late departure than normal day.
Tan Minh Nguyen - a month 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 - a month ago
Smart and eye-catching following the recent upgrade, yet at the expense of seating in the main concourse and only few places to sit and get refreshments. And then came the notice blitz - everywhere! Do this, do that, "WE TAKE YOUR SAFETY SERIOUSLY", how attractively modern and appealing (ha ha). Take care, white eyes on black are watching you, again and again. Gosh, did someone forget that, one day, there would actually be people roaming around. "Hold on, DON'T RUSH". "SLOW DOWN in the wet". Heck, should have thought of that ...
Alan Walmsley - 2 months ago
Central station is as most important railway hub in NSW, unique architecture and great view. Very organized.
Everything can be self identified.
Soon after got out from the station there are light rails avaliable for short distance travelling
Amazing places
naveen lobo - 3 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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