History
The station was opened in 1985, when two platforms and two crossovers were provided.
Because suburban trains terminating on the main lines caused congestion to through trains, a side turnback platform at the station was added in time for the 2000 Summer Olympics.
Under the CityRail Clearways Project, Macarthur is currently being upgraded. This work is being divided into two stages. The first stage, completed in late 2010, included refurbishment of the station, a bus interchange and a new carpark. In the second stage, Macarthur is to receive a fourth platform, with the platforms arranged so that terminating trains generally use the middle two platforms, while through trains use the outer two platforms. There will also be a direct connection from Macarthur to the stabling sidings at Campbelltown.
The Southern Sydney Freight Line is being constructed to the west of the station. This will provide a dedicated freight track through southern Sydney, significantly reducing the number of through trains passing through the station, and will further boost the station's capacity to support terminating suburban passenger services.
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