Bus service update Wednesday 26, Thursday 27, Friday 28 November

Services are expected to operate to the normal timetable across Wednesday 26, Thursday 27 and Friday 28 November, including school services. While the Union previously announced possible industrial action, no formal notifications of strikes or work stoppages have been received. As no formal notices have been lodged: Wednesday 26 November – The proposed “school-only services” […]
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Bus Service Disruptions on Monday 24 November

Newcastle Transport has been advised of planned industrial action by the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) on Monday 24 November. Some bus services may run late or be cancelled at short notice. Schools have been informed, and we have asked the RTBU to provide assurance that no child will be left behind during this […]
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Buses replace ferry from 10pm until 11.05pm on 18 November

On Tuesday 18 November, buses will replace ferry services from 10pm until 11.05pm due to maintenance. Buses will depart every 30 minutes from Stockton and Queens Wharf from 10pm. Please allow additional travel time. Plan ahead using the Trip Planner at transportnsw.info/trip
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Buses replace light rail 15 November

From 5am on Saturday 15 November 2025, buses replace light rail services due to planned maintenance. Bus routes 11 and 13 will also run along Hunter and King St. Normal services resume 5pm on Saturday 15 November. You can view the light rail bus replacement map here Plan ahead using the Trip Planner at transportnsw.info/trip
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Route 14 Service Diversions – Darby Street Festival

Please be advised that Darby Street, between Bull Street and Queen Street, will be closed in both directions from 4:00am Saturday 8 November until 1:00am Sunday, 9 November. During this time, Route 14 services will be unable to travel through the affected area. As a result, the following stops will be temporarily closed: 230063 – […]
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Buses replace ferry from 10pm until 11.05pm on 21 October

On Tuesday 21 October, buses will replace ferry services from 10pm until 11.05pm due to maintenance. Buses will depart every 30 minutes from Stockton and Queens Wharf from 10pm. Please allow additional travel time. Plan ahead using the Trip Planner at transportnsw.info/trip
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Getting to Strummingbird Music Festival

Are you heading to the Strummingbird Country Music Festival at Foreshore Park on Saturday 1 November? You’re in for a treat, with international country artists, line dancing, and even a mechanical bull! Leave the car at home and catch public transport into the CBD. · Light rail services will run every 7.5 minutes from 11am […]
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