Sydney Airport is about 9-10 km from Marco Polo Motor Inn Sydney in Summer Hill, and the train is the most reliable way between the two — no M5 traffic gamble, no parking drama at the terminal. Walk 400 metres to Summer Hill station, change once at Central, and the Airport Line delivers you inside both terminals: the station entrances sit directly under Domestic and International. Door to terminal usually takes about 35-45 minutes.
Hotel to the airport, step by step
The whole trip is one easy change, and the Airport Line stops inside both terminal buildings — Domestic first, then International.
- Walk about 400 metres from the hotel to Summer Hill station (~5 minutes)
- Take an Inner West Line service to Central Station (about 8 minutes)
- At Central, change to the Airport Line (T8)
- Domestic Terminal station — around 13 minutes from Central; alight here for QantasLink, Jetstar, Rex and Virgin domestic flights
- International Terminal station — the next stop; alight here for all international departures
- Tap off and ride the lift or escalator straight up into the terminal
Airport to the hotel (arrivals)
Landing in Sydney? Same trip in reverse: follow the signs to the train station inside your terminal — no bus transfer needed — take the Airport Line to Central, then an Inner West Line service to Summer Hill and walk 400 metres to our door.
Flights land at all hours, and that's fine: our reception is staffed 24 hours, so you can check in whenever you arrive. If you'd rather not manage bags on the train, a taxi or rideshare from either terminal takes roughly 20-25 minutes depending on traffic.
- Train stations are inside both terminals — no shuttle needed
- Airport Line to Central, then Inner West Line to Summer Hill
- About 35-45 minutes door to door
- Taxi or rideshare: roughly 20-25 minutes
- 24-hour reception — land late, check in any time
Tickets, Opal and the airport station fee
You don't need a paper ticket: tap on and off with an Opal card, or just a contactless credit card, debit card or phone. Kids and concession travellers can use Opal cards with their discounts.
One thing to know: a Station Access Fee applies when you tap on or off at the Domestic and International airport stations — it's charged automatically and is normal for Sydney Airport. The rest of the trip is standard Opal pricing.
- Tap on/off with Opal or any contactless card or phone
- Station Access Fee applies at the two airport stations only
- Trains run frequently through the day from early to late
- Allow extra time in peak hours and for international check-in
Flying out? Make it a package
If you're driving to us before a trip, turn the trip into Stay, Park & Fly: sleep here the night before your flight from $145 Monday to Thursday, leave the car in our gated undercover car park from $20 a day while you're away, and train to your terminal in the morning. Cruising instead? The same deal works for sailings with Stay, Park & Cruise.
Either way, book direct for the best rate and call our 24-hour reception on +61 2 8880 8320 with your travel dates — we'll have the car sorted before you arrive.
- Stay, Park & Fly: room + secure parking while you travel
- Parking storage: $35 (1 day) · $30/day (2-3 days) · $25/day (4-7 days) · $20/day (7+ days)
- Free parking during your stay, as always
- 24-hour reception for pre-dawn starts
Why guests choose us
Airport trips at a glance
- About 35-45 minutes door to terminal by train
- Stations inside BOTH terminals — Domestic and International
- One easy change at Central
- Tap on with Opal or any contactless card
- Taxi option roughly 20-25 minutes
- 24-hour reception for late landings and early flights
- Stay, Park & Fly packages from $20/day parking
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A look around & nearby
Frequently asked questions
How long does the train take from the hotel to Sydney Airport?
About 35-45 minutes door to door: 400 m walk to Summer Hill station, ~8 minutes to Central, then around 13 minutes on the Airport Line to the Domestic terminal, one more stop for International.
Does the train stop at both the Domestic and International terminals?
Yes — the Airport Line has a station inside each terminal. Heading from the city, Domestic comes first, then International. No shuttle bus is needed at either end.
Do I need an Opal card?
No — you can tap on and off with an Opal card or simply a contactless credit card, debit card or phone. A Station Access Fee applies at the two airport stations, which is normal for Sydney Airport.
What if my flight lands late at night?
Our reception is staffed 24 hours, so you can check in whenever you arrive. If the trains have wound down for the night, a taxi or rideshare from the airport takes roughly 20-25 minutes.
Can I leave my car at the hotel while I fly?
Yes — that's our Stay, Park & Fly package: $35 for 1 day, $30/day for 2-3 days, $25/day for 4-7 days and $20/day for 7 days or more in the gated undercover car park, and free during your stay. Call +61 2 8880 8320 with your dates.
Book direct & save
Stay the night, train to your terminal
Rooms from $145 with free parking during your stay, 24-hour check-in and the airport about 35-45 minutes away by train. Book direct for the best rate.