Commute in St Ives (2075)

St Ives (2075) offers a range of commute options to the Sydney CBD, depending on your address within the suburb and your mode preference. Public transport times are derived from Transport for NSW GTFS data and include interchange time where a transfer is required. Drive times reflect congested peak-hour conditions, not free-flow estimates.

St Ives Lifestyle

Commute

Typical off-peak travel time from Gordon to four key destinations. St Ives has no station; Gordon is the nearest rail, a 15-minute bus ride.

Sydney Central

43min

Parramatta

68min

Chatswood

27min

Sydney Airport

56min

St Ives is one of the most car-dependent suburbs on the upper North Shore. A bus to Gordon station is required for any rail journey, adding 15 minutes to every trip.

How we calculated this

Times reflect typical off-peak public-transport journeys from Gordon. 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.

A commute under 30 minutes by public transport places St Ives in a highly desirable position relative to most Sydney suburbs, and is typically reflected in property prices. A commute over 45 minutes is still manageable for many buyers but can affect resale appeal, particularly as remote and hybrid work arrangements continue to shape buyer preferences. Check whether your specific address in St Ives is served by a frequent-service bus or train rather than a peak-only service.

Commute in nearby suburbs

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