Here’s What It Means for Your Stay in Penrith
Opening in 2026, Western Sydney International Airport (Nancy-Bird Walton Airport) marks a new era for travel into the heart of Western Sydney. As Australia’s first 24-hour international airport, it will connect the region directly to major domestic and global destinations, bringing visitors closer than ever to Penrith.
Located approximately 20–25 minutes from Western Sydney International Airport, Mercure Penrith offers convenient and comfortable accommodation for travellers, event delegates, and business guests visiting the region.
Positioned within the vibrant Panthers Precinct, Mercure Penrith places guests at the centre of Western Sydney’s growing tourism and business hub, with easy access to entertainment, dining, and major local attractions.
Whether you are travelling for business, attending an event, or exploring the region, Mercure Penrith is an ideal hotel near Western Sydney International Airport.
Getting to Mercure Penrith from Western Sydney International Airport
To support the opening of Western Sydney International Airport, a free interim bus service will operate between the airport and the St Marys Train and Bus Interchange, providing seamless connections to Sydney’s wider public transport network. Following the airport opening, direct bus services to Penrith Station will become a permanent upgrade.
By car, Mercure Penrith is approximately a 20–25 minute drive from Western Sydney International Airport, with access via the M12 motorway, providing a fast and direct route to the Penrith area.
Free airport bus service highlights
• Operates every 30 minutes
• Runs from early morning until late evening
• Approximate journey time of 30 minutes
• Easy onward connections to Penrith via train, taxi, or rideshare
The bus service complements road access via the toll-free M12 motorway, with taxis and rideshare options also available. Future Sydney Metro services connecting the airport to St Marys will further strengthen transport links across Western Sydney.
Things to Do Near Western Sydney International Airport
Guests staying at Mercure Penrith can explore the Panthers Precinct, one of Western Sydney’s most popular entertainment destinations. For travellers searching for things to do near Western Sydney International Airport, the precinct offers a wide range of activities including iFLY Indoor Skydiving, Whitewater Rafting, and FREAK Virtual Reality. Outdoor experiences along the Nepean River provide opportunities for paddle boarding, riverside walks, and Aqua Golf, while nearby Ripples Leisure Centre offers family-friendly recreation. Guests can also enjoy local culture and entertainment with live performances at EVAN Theatre and interactive exhibits at the Museum of Fire, all located just minutes from Mercure Penrith.
Stay at Mercure Penrith
Conveniently located within the Panthers Precinct, Mercure Penrith offers comfortable accommodation near Western Sydney International Airport, making it a great choice for travellers visiting Penrith and the wider Western Sydney region.
The hotel features a range of modern room types including superior rooms, family rooms, and spacious suites, designed for both business and leisure stays.
Guests can enjoy onsite facilities including:
• Outdoor swimming pool
• Fully equipped gym
• Comfortable modern accommodation
Mercure Penrith also offers direct access to Panthers Leagues Club, where guests can explore a variety of restaurants, casual dining venues, cafes, and bars just steps from the hotel.
Whether you are travelling through Western Sydney International Airport, attending an event in Penrith, or exploring the region’s attractions, Mercure Penrith provides convenient accommodation near Nancy-Bird Walton Airport with easy access to everything Western Sydney has to offer.