Bankstown’s new transport hub marks one of the most significant upgrades to the precinct in over a century. Construction spanned roughly 18 months and involved around 1,942 workers, reflecting the scale and complexity of the transformation. As part of the upgrade, more than 50 metres of the former platform were removed, and major track realignments were completed to support the new station layout and improve passenger flow.

At the centre of the redevelopment is a 90‑metre, tree‑lined plaza that now connects both sides of Bankstown, creating a direct and welcoming pedestrian route between the town centre, residential areas, and the future metro station. This new public space includes shaded seating, new lighting, modern benches, and timber decking built around a 150‑year‑old fig tree. The updated precinct also introduces a new Sydney Trains entrance, equipped with nine Opal gates and 18 secure bicycle parking spaces, enhancing accessibility and convenience for daily commuters.

Bankstown continues to be an important transport interchange, with monthly passenger numbers reaching over 330,000 in recent periods. Once the Metro Southwest Line opens later in 2026, the network is expected to support up to 48,000 peak-hour trips between Bankstown and Tallawong. The new metro station itself is designed to handle more than 2,300 passengers per hour during peak times, further strengthening the area’s role as a major transport hub.

Commuters will also benefit from significantly reduced travel times. Once metro services begin, a trip from Bankstown to Gadigal will take about 30 minutes, saving approximately 15 minutes compared to current journeys. Travel to Central will take around 28 minutes, cutting about six minutes, while journeys to Chatswood will take roughly 43 minutes, saving around 25 minutes. A trip to Macquarie University is expected to take about 54 minutes, also around 25 minutes faster than today.

Source: Sydney Metro