Information and advice on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)

Newcastle Transport has been working closely with Transport for NSW in relation to developing a plan for coronavirus (COVID-19). Our priority is the safety of our customers and staff and the continuity of services. At this stage we have been advised by NSW Health that you should take the following means to protect yourself from […]
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6
Mar
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Getting to Surfest with Newcastle Transport

Public transport is the best way to get to Surfest with buses running regularly to Merewether Beach. You can use your Opal card or your credit/debit card or linked device to tap on and off. With your credit/debit card or linked device to get the same fare and travel benefits of an Adult Opal card. […]
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6
Mar
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Matildas v Vietnam at McDonald Jones Stadium

Use Newcastle Transport to get to the Matildas v Vietnam game at McDonald Jones Stadium, taking place this Friday 6 March at 6:30pm. Free bus services for match goers will run every 15 minutes from two hours prior to kick off from selected bus stops along the shuttle route. Return services will run for around […]
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Bus Safety Week 2020

Newcastle Transport is taking part in Bus Safety Week for another year, helping customers and the community stay safe on and around buses. We believe everyone has a part to play in keeping safe around buses, whether you are a pedestrian, driver, cyclist or customer. Most of the time it is as simple as being […]
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Newcastle light rail a proven success one year on

It has been 365 days since Newcastle light rail launched, creating a truly multi modal network for the city. Light rail has become a popular public transport option for Novocastrians, with over 1.2 million passenger trips recorded since the first day of service last year. Transport for NSW’s Acting Regional Director, North, Anna Zycki, said […]
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18
Feb
Newcastle light rail

One year with Newcastle’s light rail

On Monday 18 February 2019, Newcastle Transport carried the first customers on our new light rail service, creating a truly multi modal network for Newcastle. It is now a year later and Newcastle Transport wants to celebrate the first anniversary of light rail services. Newcastle Transport will hold an event at the Newcastle Interchange on […]
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Valentine’s Day with Newcastle Transport

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 […]
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