Western Sydney Airport metro delayed to mid-2028
Western Sydney Airport's metro line won't open until mid-2028, some 18 months after the airport itself.
Western Sydney International Airport opened without its main transport link. The high-speed metro line that was supposed to connect the terminal to Sydney's rail network has been delayed to mid-2028.
That's some 18 months after the airport opened. Contractor disputes and corruption allegations slowed the $11 billion project.
For now, the free WSI Link shuttle carries passengers 20 kilometres from the terminal to St Marys station. Private firms offer express coaches to Parramatta for $25, the Sydney CBD for $55, and Sydney Airport for $65.
Five local bus routes have been rerouted to serve the airport at standard fares. The NSW government says it will monitor demand as passenger numbers grow.
- 11 billion dollars
- Project cost
- Mid-2028
- Metro opening delayed to
- 18 months after airport opening
- Delay duration
- 20 kilometres to St Marys
- Free shuttle distance
Why it mattersPassengers and staff face limited public transport to a major new airport. Most rely on a free shuttle for now, but many will need paid services or private cars for over a year until the metro opens.
AustraliaSydneysiders and western region residents face expensive transport options to the new major airport for at least another year, and businesses in western Sydney are grappling with incomplete infrastructure.
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