News & events

Newcastle Transport will run additional bus, ferry and light rail services on ANZAC Day to help Novocastrians travel to and from the dawn service at Nobbys Beach and other commemorative events on the day. From 3.28am, light rail services will run every 7.5 minutes and ferry services will operate every 20 minutes. There will be […]

As part of the April school holidays, Newcastle Transport will be offering free face painting and balloon magic on Wednesday 17, Wednesday 24 and Friday 26 April. Fairies, superheroes and carnival artists will be using ferry, bus and light rail to get around these school holidays – make sure you catch them! As well as […]

From 5am on Saturday 23 March, 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 23 March. You can view the light rail bus replacement map here Plan ahead using the Trip Planner at transportnsw.info/trip

To celebrate International Women’s Day on Friday 8 March, Newcastle Transport is highlighting the invaluable contributions of women in the transport industry. From bus drivers to ferry operators to light rail staff, women are playing pivotal roles in keeping our city moving, while also breaking gender stereotypes and inspiring future generations. This year’s theme Inspire […]

Heading to the Newcastle Show on 1 – 3 March? Newcastle Transport can help you get there! Save time finding a park and gain more time enjoying the show by using public transport. Check out your travel options below or plan your trip using your favourite transport app. Visit the Newcastle Show website.   Bus […]

Newcastle Transport is calling on drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, motorcycle riders and public transport users to ‘Be Bus Aware’ in support for the Centre of Road Safety’s Bus Safety Week. The annual campaign runs from 19 to 25 February and highlights the importance of bus safety for all road users.   Here’s just some of the […]

Take the stress out of Valentine’s Day this year and catch public transport. Whether you’re heading out for dinner, to the movies or on a picnic, Newcastle Transport can get you there. Leave the car at home, and instead grab your Opal card and your loved one. The bus, ferry and light rail are the […]