Westmead Hospital Sydney address, appointments and contact guide
Westmead Hospital is a major NSW public hospital at the corner of Hawkesbury Road and Darcy Road in Westmead. This guide focuses on the details people usually need before they travel or call: address, switchboard, Emergency, appointment pathway, clinic contacts, parking, transport and official NSW Health links.
Westmead Hospital has emergency care, but an article, switchboard or appointment page is not a substitute for emergency help.
Verified address, map and main details
- Hospital name
- Westmead Hospital
- Health district
- Western Sydney Local Health District, NSW Health
- Street address
- Corner Hawkesbury Road and Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145
- Postal address
- Westmead Hospital, PO Box 533, Wentworthville NSW 2145
- Main phone
- (02) 8890 5555
- Wheelchair access
- Yes, listed on the official NSW Government hospital page
- Patient age note
- The official service page says Westmead Hospital treats patients aged 14 years 9 months and older. For children’s services, use Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network guidance.
Choose the right next step
Life-threatening symptoms
Call 000. Western Sydney LHD says Emergency Departments are open 24 hours, 7 days a week and patients are treated by urgency, not arrival order.
Emergency Department
Westmead Hospital Emergency Department phone is (02) 8890 6520. Use this for ED contact, not instead of 000 in a life-threatening situation.
Specialist clinic or ward
Use the official Westmead Hospital Service Finder to find service, ward and clinic contact details.
Appointment letter
If you already have a booking, follow the phone number, clinic name, entry point and preparation instructions on your latest letter, SMS or hospital paperwork.
Parking and transport
Check car park entrance, height limit and fees before travelling. Westmead Station is about 250 metres from the hospital, and the Westmead Hospital Light Rail stop is on Hawkesbury Road.
Feedback or complaint
Start with staff or the local manager. If unresolved, the official patient representative number for Westmead Hospital is (02) 8890 7014.
Appointments: how to use the official service pages
Westmead Hospital does not have one simple public booking button for every specialty. The useful route depends on whether you need a referral, already have an appointment, are attending surgery, or need a ward/clinic contact.
Emergency care at Westmead Hospital
When to use Emergency
Western Sydney LHD says its Emergency Departments provide urgent care for serious illness or injury needing immediate medical attention. Patients are triaged by urgency.
- Call 000 for immediate danger or life-threatening illness or injury.
- Bring Medicare card, photo ID, medicine list, GP contact and relevant medical documents if you can do so safely.
- Tell triage staff if pain, breathing, bleeding, weakness, confusion or other symptoms worsen while waiting.
- For non-life-threatening health advice, Healthdirect is available on 1800 022 222.
Westmead ED details
The official Emergency Care page lists Westmead Hospital as a major tertiary and trauma centre with advanced specialist services, including trauma care, interventional cardiology and neurosurgery.
ED phone: (02) 8890 6520
ED address: Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145
Parking, train, light rail and getting around the campus
Visitor car parks
Official WSLHD parking guidance lists Westmead visitor parking in car parks near the Centre for Oral Health, main hospital entrance, Emergency Department, University Clinics and Crown Princess Mary Cancer Centre.
Parking fees
From the official 2025 rate table: first 30 minutes free, 30 minutes to 1 hour $8.70, 1 to 2 hours $12.80, 2 to 3 hours $17.30, 3 to 4 hours $20.10, 4 to 5 hours $23.20, 5+ hours $25.80, maximum daily fee $25.80.
Concessional parking
Concessions may apply for eligible patients and carers, including some regular treatment, long-term admission, mobility permit, pension, DVA Gold Card or Health Care Card situations.
Train access
Westmead Train Station is about 250 metres from the hospital and approximately an 8-minute walk. Exit to Railway Parade, turn right at Hawkesbury Road and walk to the traffic lights at Darcy Road.
Light rail
The Westmead Hospital Light Rail stop is on Hawkesbury Road and metres from the Emergency Department. Use Transport NSW to plan the latest trip.
Visitor buggy service
The official parking page says the Westmead Hospital visitor buggy service helps visitors, carers and outpatients on level 2, Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm, except public holidays.
If you are comparing regional NSW public hospital access and parking patterns, our Maitland Hospital guide and Lismore Base Hospital guide cover similar patient arrival and contact questions in different NSW settings.
Services, support and patient information
The official Service Finder lists wards, clinics and services available at Westmead Hospital. Because clinic contacts can differ by specialty, the safest approach is to search the official service page rather than rely on a single general appointment number.
- Adults and older adolescents: Westmead Hospital treats patients aged 14 years 9 months and older.
- Paediatric services: use Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network if the patient is a child.
- Interpreter support: Western Sydney LHD says professional interpreters are free and confidential; tell staff if you need one.
- Medical records / right to information: use Western Sydney LHD Right to Information guidance for safe access to personal information.
- Patient concerns: speak with staff first, then contact a patient representative if the issue is not resolved.
Westmead Hospital Sydney FAQs
What is the address of Westmead Hospital Sydney?
Westmead Hospital is at the corner of Hawkesbury Road and Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145.
What is Westmead Hospital’s main phone number?
The main switchboard number is (02) 8890 5555.
Is Westmead Hospital open 24 hours?
Yes. The official NSW Government hospital page lists Westmead Hospital as open 24 hours.
Does Westmead Hospital have an Emergency Department?
Yes. Western Sydney LHD lists Westmead Hospital emergency care. The Emergency Department phone is (02) 8890 6520. Call 000 for life-threatening emergencies.
How do I book or confirm an appointment at Westmead Hospital?
Use your referral, appointment letter or SMS first. For clinic contact details, search the official Westmead Hospital Service Finder. If no direct clinic number is available, call the main switchboard.
Where can I find Westmead Hospital clinic and ward phone numbers?
The official Westmead Hospital Service Finder lists many wards, clinics and services with phone numbers, referral requirements and hours where available.
What should I bring to an appointment or procedure?
Bring your Medicare card, appointment/admission letter, medicines in original packaging, medicine list, GP contact details, carer contact and emergency contact where relevant. Follow any specific instructions from your clinic or surgical team.
How much does visitor parking cost at Westmead Hospital?
The official WSLHD parking page lists Westmead visitor rates from 11 August 2025, including first 30 minutes free and a maximum daily fee of $25.80. Fees may change annually, so check the official parking page before travel.
Is Westmead Hospital close to public transport?
Yes. Westmead Train Station is about 250 metres from the hospital, and the Westmead Hospital Light Rail stop is on Hawkesbury Road near the Emergency Department.
Is Westmead Hospital the same as Westmead Private Hospital?
No. This guide is for the public Westmead Hospital operated by Western Sydney Local Health District. Westmead Private Hospital is a separate private hospital nearby.
Source and safety note
This independent guide summarises practical information from official NSW Government and Western Sydney Local Health District pages for Westmead Hospital, emergency care, parking, service finder, appointment/procedure preparation, interpreter support, right to information and feedback. Always follow your own appointment letter, hospital staff instructions and current official pages.