High-speed train ticket between Newcastle and Sydney to cost $31 for one-hour journey from 2039

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Krishani DhanjiFebruary 24, 2026 at 07:05 AM

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A high-speed rail line between Newcastle and Sydney, Australia, is projected to cost taxpayers $61.2 billion. According to a business case provided to the government, the 60-minute journey would cost passengers $31 and is expected to be operational by 2039. A subsequent stage of the project, extending the line to Parramatta and Western Sydney International Airport, would cost an additional $32.4 billion. This extension is projected to open by 2043. The project aims to provide faster rail transport between these key locations in New South Wales.

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Parramatta 70% Australian Government 70% Australia 80% Western Sydney International Airport ×280% Newcastle ×290% Sydney ×290%

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high-speed train 100% rail line 80% infrastructure project 70% taxpayers 60% western sydney international airport 50% business case 50% transportation 40%

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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Newcastle

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