Commute in Neutral Bay (2089)

How long does it take to get from Neutral Bay to the city? Commute time is one of the most searched questions about any suburb, and for good reason. The daily round trip compounds into significant time over a year. The data below covers train, bus, and car commute estimates from Neutral Bay 2089 to the Sydney CBD (Martin Place), plus a comparison to the North Sydney LGA average.

Neutral Bay Lifestyle

Commute

Typical off-peak travel time from Victoria Cross to four key destinations. Neutral Bay has no station within its boundaries; Victoria Cross Metro in North Sydney is the nearest, a short bus ride.

Sydney Central

14min

Parramatta

39min

Chatswood

10min

Sydney Airport

27min

Neutral Bay is a short bus ride from the Victoria Cross Metro station in North Sydney. The 247 and 249 buses also run direct to the CBD across the Harbour Bridge.

How we calculated this

Times reflect typical off-peak public-transport journeys from Victoria Cross. Walking time from your door to the station is not included. Real journeys vary by time of day, line disruptions, and where your workplace actually sits. For a specific trip, check the TfNSW Trip Planner.

Transport for NSW timetables (CC BY 4.0) · Typical off-peak · Updated April 2026.

Drive times from Neutral Bay to the CBD can vary dramatically depending on the route and time of day. The estimates shown are based on peak congestion models, not off-peak or Google Maps "fastest route" estimates. If you rely on driving for the work commute, test the route yourself at peak hour before making an offer. Conditions on specific roads in the North Sydney area can add 15 to 20 minutes to the displayed estimate.

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