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Upcoming trackwork on Sydney Metro

To get Sydney Metro ready for the extension from Sydenham to Bankstown, essential testing will take place during a series of planned line closures over the coming months.

These closures allow teams to safely connect the new Southwest Metro with the existing M1 Metro Line, ahead of services starting in the second half of 2026.

During this time, metro services and systems along the southwest corridor will be tested to ensure they work seamlessly with the M1 line and the operations control centre. This testing is a critical step to make sure the extension is safe and reliable before opening, delivering faster and more frequent metro services to southwest Sydney.

Plan your trip using the Trip Planner or free Opal Travel app and allow extra travel time. 

Check the Future Trackwork Calendar to see what’s planned across the Sydney Trains and Sydney Metro network.

Setup personalised notifications to stay informed of the upcoming trackwork and replacement bus services on the Opal Travel App. Learn more

Changes to Metro services

Saturday 28 March to Sunday 29 March

  • No metro services will run between Macquarie Park and Victoria Cross.
  • Replacement buses will operate between Macquarie University and Victoria Cross.
  • Trackwork on the Sydney Trains T1 North Shore line and in the CBD may also impact your travel.

Monday 30 March to Wednesday 1 April

  • From 9.50pm nightly, no metro services will run between Central and Sydenham.
  • Metro services will operate between Tallawong and Martin Place, Martin Place and Central only. Use trains between Central and Sydenham.

Friday 3 April to Monday 6 April

  • No metro services will run between Tallawong and Sydenham.
  • Replacement buses will operate between Tallawong and Chatswood. Use trains between Epping or Chatswood, the City and Sydenham.
  • Trackwork on the Sydney Trains T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra line may also impact your travel.

Tuesday 7 April to Wednesday 8 April

  • From 9.50pm nightly, no metro services will run between Central and Sydenham.
  • Metro services will operate between Tallawong and Martin Place, Martin Place and Central only. Use trains between Central and Sydenham.

 Saturday 18 April to Sunday 19 April

  • No metro services will run between Chatswood and Sydenham.
  • Metro services will operate between Tallawong and Chatswood. Use trains between Chatswood and Sydenham.