How to Get from Sydney Airport to Sydney Olympic Park

Taking an Uber from Sydney Airport to Sydney Olympic Park

Uber is a straightforward door-to-door option, particularly if you are travelling with suitcases or heading directly to a hotel, event venue or business address. The journey is approximately 20 km by road. Allow roughly 25–45 minutes in ordinary conditions, with extra time for peak-hour traffic, an event or airport queues.

How much does an Uber cost?

As a broad planning guide, a standard rideshare trip from Sydney Airport to Sydney Olympic Park may cost around A$55–75. This is an indicative rideshare range, not a live Uber quote or a guaranteed UberX fare. The amount shown in the Uber app can be higher or lower depending on demand, your pick-up terminal, vehicle type, road conditions and applicable airport charges.

Enter the exact destination in the app before you book, rather than simply selecting “Olympic Park”. An UberX may suit one or two travellers with modest luggage; check whether a larger vehicle is available if your group or baggage will not fit comfortably.

Where to meet your Uber driver

• T1 International: UberX uses Rank C, about 20 metres outside Arrivals Hall B. After requesting a trip, follow the app instructions and use the six-digit Uber PIN at the dedicated rank. Other Uber categories may be assigned to Rank B instead.
• T2 Domestic: Follow the green signs to the Priority Pick-up Zone, then check the bay and vehicle details shown in your app.
• T3 Domestic: Uber collection is kerbside on the Arrivals level, directly outside the terminal. Follow the location provided in the app.

Pick-up arrangements differ by service and can change. Follow the live directions after your booking is confirmed, and check the vehicle registration and driver details before getting in. Airport pick-up charges may be reflected in the fare shown in the app.

Travelling by train from Sydney Airport to Olympic Park

The train is useful if you prefer public transport or want to avoid road congestion around a large event. There is generally no regular direct train from the airport to Olympic Park Station, so expect changes along the way.

The usual rail route

1. From T1, follow signs to International Airport Station. From T2 or T3, use Domestic Airport Station.
2. Catch a T8 Airport & South Line service towards Central Station.
3. At Central, transfer to a suitable service towards Lidcombe. Confirm the platform and route using the current trip planner.
4. At Lidcombe, change to the T7 Olympic Park service and get off at Olympic Park Station.

Allow approximately 60–80 minutes from the airport station to Olympic Park for a typical connection-based journey, although the exact time depends on waiting and interchange times. Olympic Park Station is within the precinct, with venues such as Accor Stadium, ENGIE Stadium and Sydney Showground within walking distance. Special event services may offer a different or more direct rail itinerary.

Train fares and the airport station access fee

Budget around A$25–30 per adult for an ordinary airport-to-Olympic-Park train journey, subject to the route and fare rules at the time of travel. The total is higher than a standard suburban rail fare because both airport stations charge an additional station access fee.

As at November 2026, the adult airport station access fee is A$18.61 when paid with an Adult Opal card or eligible contactless payment, on top of the train fare. Use the same card or device to tap on and off. The airport station access fee is not included in the normal Opal daily and weekly fare caps, although it has its own weekly cap.

Check the Transport for NSW Trip Planner for the precise departure, interchange and fare, especially during trackwork, late at night or on major event days.

Taking a taxi from Sydney Airport

Taxi ranks are located outside T1, T2 and T3. A taxi is a practical alternative if you prefer to join a rank rather than wait for an app-based booking. The road journey takes a similar amount of time to Uber, although congestion can change the result substantially.

For budgeting, a standard taxi trip to Sydney Olympic Park is often estimated at about A$65–80, depending on traffic, the meter and permitted charges. This is not a fixed fare. Sydney Airport’s CBD fixed-fare trial does not cover Sydney Olympic Park: taxis travelling to Olympic Park use a metered, distance-based fare with applicable additional charges.

Ask the taxi rank supervisor for help if you need a larger taxi or an accessible vehicle. Families should make the necessary arrangements for an appropriate child restraint before travelling.

Using public buses instead of the airport train

The bus can be worth considering if you are travelling light and want to avoid the train station access fee. It is less convenient with large suitcases because you need to change services, and the journey is more exposed to road traffic.

One option is to catch route 420 from the airport towards Burwood, then connect with route 526, which serves the Sydney Olympic Park precinct. Depending on the stops and service times, the trip can take well over an hour. As a rough guide, allow about 70–100 minutes and check the actual fare in the trip planner; bus-only travel normally costs substantially less than a private car for one passenger.

Buses do not use the airport train station, so the airport rail access fee does not apply. Check the latest stops and connections, as services can be diverted during major events.

Booking a private airport transfer

A pre-booked transfer is another door-to-door choice. It can be useful for a larger group, several suitcases, an early arrival or anyone who prefers to organise the vehicle before landing. Operators may offer a quoted fare, a nominated meeting point and different vehicle sizes.

Compare the full quote rather than just the advertised base rate. Confirm whether airport pick-up fees, tolls, waiting time, child restraints and extra luggage are included. If the provider offers flight monitoring, check how it handles delays and changes to the arrival terminal.

Comparing the options

*These figures are for planning only, not live quotes. Road times exclude potential airport pick-up waits; train and bus times depend on connection schedules. Prices are in Australian dollars and can change.

For one traveller, the bus may be the cheaper public transport choice if the connection works. For two or more adults, comparing the combined airport train fare with an Uber or taxi is worthwhile. A vehicle-based fare is shared across the passengers who fit in that vehicle.

Travelling to a stadium, event or hotel in Olympic Park

Sydney Olympic Park covers a sizeable precinct, so the most useful destination is the specific venue, hotel entrance or street address, not just the suburb name. Accor Stadium, ENGIE Stadium, Sydney Showground and accommodation properties may have different drop-off approaches and pedestrian routes.

For major concerts and sporting events, road closures, traffic controls and temporary restrictions can affect Uber and taxi access. Olympic Park Station remains a convenient arrival point for many venues, and Transport for NSW may run additional or express trains. Check the event transport information before you set off, particularly if you need to arrive by a fixed start time.

Which transport should you choose?

Choose Uber or a taxi if a direct drop-off and easier luggage handling are your priorities. Take the train if you want to reach the Olympic Park precinct without relying on the surrounding road network, particularly when special event services are operating. Consider the bus if saving on the airport rail access fee matters more than speed or convenience. For groups or arrivals requiring extra arrangements, compare a pre-booked transfer with the live Uber fare.

Whatever you choose, enter your actual destination and check current transport conditions before leaving the airport. The best option on a quiet weekday may not be the best one just before a sold-out concert.