Aurawra 2025 is held at the PARKROYAL Parramatta, located in the heart of the Parramatta central business district just off the river. If you want some tips for finding it, you’ve come to the right page!
Where is PARKROYAL Parramatta?
The PARKROYAL is right in the heart of Parramatta, a suburb/city 24km west of the Sydney CBD.
It’s placed conveniently next to Parramatta’s food hub, Church Street, and is only a short walk or tram ride from Parramatta Train Station!
Getting to Parramatta by Train
Handy Apps
To navigate the Sydney Trains network (be it to Parramatta or anywhere else), you can use these handy links to help you navigate the train network:
Payment & Opal cards
The easiest way to pay for public transport in Sydney is with your credit/debit card!*
Always tap on and off with your digital or physical card every time you use public transport, and your total fare will be charged at the end of the day.
Alternatively, you can purchase a rechargeable Opal card at most newsagents, and single-trip tickets at major stations.
*To avoid international card fees and potential payment issues, we do not recommend using a non-Australian credit/debit card. Use an Opal card if this may affect you.
The Network Map
Generally, if you’re looking to get to Parramatta, you can refer to the following map of the train lines to get here! (Click here for the web link)
For more information on Sydney Trains, please refer to transportnsw.info
Getting to Sydney by Plane
For many furs outside of New South Wales (either interstate or international), catching a flight by aeroplane is the most common way to get to Sydney. With so many potential destinations, it is impossible for us to list them all here, but here are a few common airlines just to get you started.
Domestic Airlines
International Airlines
Tip: Use Google’s flight search to find the best value flights for you.
Navigating from the Airport to Parramatta
As awesome as it would be to fly to Parramatta directly by plane, it’s simply not possible. In most circumstances, your flight will arrive at the Domestic or International Airport terminals, and you will need to continue your journey by train or by car.
If you’re continuing your journey by train, you can take a train to Central Station via the T8 line, then catch a train from Central Station to Parramatta Station via the T1 line. (Warning: Departure platforms may vary)
There are other options, but this is the most direct. Please see ‘Getting to Parramatta by train‘ above.
You can refer to Airportlink.com.au for further help in travelling from the airport.
Tip: If you aren’t bringing a fursuit and have some time to spare, you can save on the $15 airport station fee by taking the 420 bus to Mascot Station from the front of the Qantas domestic terminal, or from the public bus bay on the international terminal! Just follow the signs pointing to “public buses.”
Getting to Parramatta by Car
If you decide to travel by car, Google Maps will be your best friend in navigating here.
Public Parking
If you need parking for your car, Parramatta has a number of car parking options. Below are some useful sources of information when it comes to parking in Parramatta.
Tip: Usually the fastest routes into Sydney involve tolls, which will be billed to your number plate. Ensure you’re aware if your route will be using a toll highway, and pay for it at the Linkt site within 10 days.
Alternatively, you can open a toll account to automatically pay for any Sydney toll roads you use. Learn more on the Linkt site
Hotel Parking
PARKROYAL Parramatta does have its own secure, underground parking. If you are staying at PARKROYAL and want to use their parking facilities, prices are as follows:
Half-Day
$20
Full-Day
$30
Overnight
$40
If parked overnight, you will be charged an additional $20 (half-day) if your vehicle departs the parking lot after 11am.
Long Distance Train or Coach
Trains and coaches are a laid-back, cheap, and environmentally friendly way to get to Sydney for Aurawra if you’re coming from anywhere in regional NSW or major cities along the East Coast.
InterCity Trains
Transport NSW provides four frequent InterCity services to the greater Sydney region, from Kiama (via Wollongong), Goulburn, Newcastle, and Lithgow.
Your trip will cost up to ~$10, and there is no need to book — simply tap your Opal or credit/debit card when getting on and off. Catch any of these services towards Sydney, then transfer to the T1 towards Parramatta at Redfern or Central if arriving on South Coast and Southern Highlands lines, Strathfield if you’re on the Newcastle line, or just get off at Parramatta if you’re on the Blue Mountains line.
Plan your trip using the Transport NSW trip planner.
Regional Trains and Coaches
TrainLink NSW runs daily trains from Brisbane, Melbourne, and Canberra and has an extensive coach and train network that covers most of regional NSW. Prices for these are usually cheaper than flying and are more enjoyable than driving the whole way! Check out the TrainLink booking website to see your options!
Murrays Coaches also run hourly bus services between Canberra and Sydney, which cost up to $50. Visit their website to book!