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Free bus services for Knights fans will run at regular intervals from two hours prior to kick off from selected bus stops along the route. Return services will run for around half an hour after full-time. Catch one of the five stadium shuttle services to get to Knights games at McDonald Jones Stadium in 2022.
Free bus services will run at regular intervals from approximately 1.5 hours prior to kick off from selected bus stops along the route. Return services will run for around half an hour after full-time.
| Round | Date | Services Commence | Kick Off | Services Conclude (Approximately) |
Timetable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round 3 v Dolphins | Friday 17 March | 4:00pm | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Download Timetable |
| Round 4 v Canberra Raiders | Sunday 26 March | 2:05pm | 4:05pm | 7:05pm | Download Timetable |
| Round 6 v NZ Warriors | Sunday 9 April | 4:15pm | 6:15pm | 9:15pm | Download Timetable |
| Round 7 v Penrith Panthers | Saturday 15 April | 3:30pm | 5:30pm | 8:30pm | Download Timetable |
| Round 11 v Gold Coast Titans | Sunday 14 May | 12:00pm | 2:00pm | 5:00pm | Download Timetable |
| Round 13 v Manly Sea Eagles | Sunday 28 May | 2:05pm | 4:05pm | 7:05pm | Download Timetable |
| Round 16 v Sydney Roosters | Saturday 17 June | 1:00pm | 3:00pm | 6:00pm | Download Timetable |
| Round 20 v Wests Tigers | Friday 14 July | 6:00pm | 8:00pm | 11:00pm | Download Timetable |
| Round 21 v Melbourne Storm | Saturday 22 July | 3:30pm | 5:30pm | 8:30pm | Download Timetable |
| Round 24 v Canterbury Bulldogs | Sunday 13 August | 2:05pm | 4:05pm | 7:05pm | Download Timetable |
| Round 25 v South Sydney Rabbitohs | Sunday 20 August | 12:00pm | 2:00pm | 5:00pm | Download Timetable |
| Round 26 v Cronulla Sharks | Sunday 27 August | 2:05pm | 4:05pm | 7:05pm | Download Timetable |
Other bus services
You can also catch any of our regular bus services to the stadium. The closest bus stops to the stadium are on Turton Road and Lambton Road. Regular routes 27,13, 23, 25 and 26 run towards the stadium.
You can plan you trip with Trip Planner here.
What is the stadium shuttle service?
The stadium shuttle service is a free bus service which operates throughout the Newcastle Knights seasons and for selected other events.
There are five main routes departing Belmont, Glendale, Wallsend, Mayfield, Newcastle CBD with the service dropping off fans at McDonald Jones Stadium.
Do I need to pay or use my Opal card to access the service?
The Knights shuttle service is free for fans and supporters heading to Knights home games and selected other events. The bus services will travel to and from McDonald Jones Stadium on home game days, stopping at selected bus stops along the five routes.
Where can I catch the stadium shuttle?
Buses will depart from Belmont, Glendale, Wallsend, Mayfield and Newcastle CBD with stops along the way, including:
Stadium shuttle 1: Newcastle CBD to McDonald Jones Stadium, with stops at:
Stadium Shuttle 2: Belmont to McDonald Jones Stadium, with stops at:
Stadium Shuttle 3: Glendale to McDonald Jones Stadium, with stops at:
Stadium Shuttle 4: Wallsend to McDonald Jones Stadium, with stops at:
Stadium Shuttle 5: Mayfield to McDonald Jones Stadium, with stops at:
To view the route maps, please click here.
Are bookings required?
No bookings are required. Simply wait at one of the designated shuttle bus stops for the free service.
How often do services run?
For Knights games, services to McDonald Jones Stadium will begin two hours prior to kick off every game day and run every 15 minutes until the game starts.
After the game the last service will depart McDonald Jones Stadium, approximately half an hour after the game finishes.
For other events, refer to the timetable that will be available on this page.
Are services wheelchair accessible?
Yes, all bus services are wheelchair accessible.
Where do I catch the shuttle after the event?
The shuttle service will be available directly out the front of the stadium on Turton Road for half an hour after the match.
Each route will be signposted and way-finding signage directs passengers from the front of the stadium to the shuttle bus zone. Customer service officers will also be available to assist in locating your preferred service.
Do normal services still operate during this time?
Yes, normal timetabled services will continue to operate in conjunction with the shuttle service.
The closest bus stops to the stadium are on Turton Road and Lambton Rd. A number of regular route buses run towards the stadium including Routes 27,13, 23, 25 and 26.
You can plan you trip at http://newcastletransport.info
What COVIDSafe measure will be in place?
NSW Health strongly recommends that people, including those using public transport, wear a mask where they cannot physically distance from others.
Find out more COVID-19 travel advice and information at https://transportnsw.info/covid-19
How can I get in touch with you?
We’d be happy to help. You can get in touch by emailing us at contact@newcastletransport.info or message us on our Facebook page.