Southwest Link: Riding and walking options
With changes to transport services in southwest Sydney, riding and walking could be a great part of your commute. Explore riding and walking routes that connect you to alternative train or metro stations. We’ve got lots of tips and tricks to make your journey easier, including free courses and events in your area to help you build your skills.
Southwest Link bike riding routes
Southwest Link bike riding routes offer you a convenient way to reach Sydenham, Tempe and Redfern. These routes mostly use existing cycleways, shared paths, and quiet streets — just follow the pink Southwest Link bike riding signs.
We’ve got three routes to help get you where you need to go:
- Sydenham Station (pdf 759KB) — from Marrickville, Dulwich Hill, or Hurlstone Park.
- Redfern Station (pdf 770KB) — from Dulwich Hill or Marrickville.
- Tempe Station (pdf 759KB) — via the Cooks River, from Campsie or Canterbury.
Free riding events and courses
Whether you are starting out, or have lots of experience, check out our free riding courses in your area and transform your daily commute.
You can get a free bike tune up, boost your bike skills, learn essential bike maintenance, or become part of a bike bus community.
Did you know?
We are running guided rides to help you discover different Southwest Link riding routes and scenic pathways.
Bike parking at Sydenham
There is lots of bike parking at Sydenham Station, including 90 secure parking spaces in Opal-enabled bike sheds.
You don’t need to book your space in a bike shed, just link your Opal card beforehand.
Did you know?
You’ll find bike parking spaces, bike sheds and bike lockers available at many stations, wharves and bus interchanges.
Get inspired by local riders
Ellis: Biking gets me where I need to go
Ellis, a Marrickville local, has embraced cycling as part of his daily routine.
“Bike riding is not only practical; it also offers a fresh perspective on your neighbourhood,” he says.
Tom and Louis: Biking with baby on board
Biking has opened up new adventures for Tom and Louis. “We do a lot of park-hopping – we know pretty much all the parks in the area,” says Tom.
Read Tom and Louis’ story (pdf 622KB)
What is Southwest Link?
As part of the Sydney Metro City & Southwest project, the T3 Bankstown Line will close between Sydenham and Bankstown for up to 12 months while the line is upgraded to Metro standards.
Southwest Link is an integrated transport plan of the transport options available during the closure, including Southwest Link buses, metro, trains, local buses, light rail, riding and walking routes.