Westmead Health Precinct

Sustainable Travel Journey Guide

The Westmead Health Precinct is home to four major hospitals, five medical research entities and two university campuses that are located close to public transport.

The area is well serviced by public transport connecting the Westmead Health Precinct with Greater Sydney. In many cases it is faster and more convenient to travel to Westmead by public transport than private vehicle.

Consider these travel tips below, when visiting the Westmead Health Precinct:
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Plan ahead

Planning ahead is key. The Trip Planner on Transportnsw.info and public transport apps provide real-time service updates, detailed service information, walking and cycling distances and accessibility details.

Find a real-time public transport app that suits you.

Prioritise public transport

Westmead Station and the Westmead T-Way Interchange is a short walk to Westmead Hospital, Children’s Hospital at Westmead and Westmead Private Hospital providing quick and easy travel choices via rail, buses and the light rail to key destinations including Parramatta, Blacktown, Western Sydney and Sydney CBD.

Check out the map for transport options in the precinct.

The cost of catching public transport is generally cheaper than driving. The average commute by public transport also has a carbon footprint 9 times lower than the same commute by car.

Use the Trip Planner to plan your public transport journey.

Walk or ride your bike for all or some of your journey

Walking or riding your bike as part of your daily commute is a great way to improve and maintain your physical health and mental well-being.

You can also travel with your bike on the train, light rail and ferry when there is space available.

End of Trip facilities and Bicycle parking are located within the Westmead Health Precinct with over 100 bike racks available to staff and visitors. Check out the map for locations.

For information on bicycle connections and suggested cycling routes to and from Westmead, see the Cycleway Finder App.

Paying for your public transport fare is easier than ever

Use an Opal Card, contactless card or linked devise to access Opal benefits. Remember to use the same card or linked device for all your trips to access benefits.

Benefits include daily and weekly caps, transfer discounts and off-peak discounts.

Visit the Opal website for more information.