Sydney CBD commute: How key routes into Sydney CBD are running
A man has died in a late-night crash in Sydney’s north west, with the scene expected to remain closed for hours as Monday’s peak-hour commute deteriorates across multiple key motorways.
A man has died after a crash in Sydney’s north west, with the incident compounding an already difficult Monday morning commute as major motorways across the city experience heavy delays.
Emergency services were called shortly after 1am to Lane Cove Rd at North Ryde following reports a car and truck had collided in the eastbound lanes.
A male passenger died before first responders arrived.
The male driver and a female passenger were trapped before being freed by firefighters and taken to Royal North Shore Hospital in a serious but stable condition.
The 61-year-old truck driver was uninjured but taken to hospital for mandatory testing.
A crime scene has been established and motorists have been urged to avoid the area, with closures expected for an extended period.
Here’s a quick snapshot of your Sydney CBD commute whether you’re heading in from the west along the M4, crossing the city through the WestConnex, or relying on key train lines into the CBD
Read the latest updates on congestion, accidents, and service changes.
Major Motorways
M1
Traffic on the M1 on Monday morning is mostly clear with drivers facing little to no delays on the major motorway in both directions.
A broken down truck near the Ku-Ring-Gai Chase Rd off-ramp had caused slight delays earlier but the site has since cleared.
M4 Motorway
Commuters on the M4 are steadily moving towards the CBD this morning, with moderate delays stretching up to 15km from Greystanes to Minchinbury.
M5 Motorway
Traffic is also heavy along much of the M5, with congestion starting at Riverwood and continuing through to Edmondson Park.
Motorists should expect delays and allow extra travel time.
M7 Motorway
Commuters on the M7 are experiencing an easier run to the CBD with traffic only affecting the Rooty Hill area.
M2 Motorway
Commuters on the M2 are facing lighter delays overall, but should still expect congestion from North Ryde to Lane Cove West.
NorthConnex
Northbound traffic approaching the NorthConnex is building on Pennant Hills Rd, with delays banked back to Carlingford.
WestConnex
At the moment, traffic is flowing well across WestConnex with no significant delays reported.
Train Lines
No delays to Sydney trains this morning.
Buses
In North Ryde, route 506 buses are diverting away from Lane Cove Rd due to a crash. The buses are using Kent Rd, Herring Rd and Epping Rd instead. Two stops are being missed.
Ferries
There are no delays or changes to the ferry schedule.
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