News Archives - Newcastle Transport

Buses replace ferry from 10pm until 11.05pm on 10 June

10.06.25

On 10 June, 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

Buses replace light rail 17 May

8.05.25

From 5am on Saturday 17 May 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 17 May. You can view the light rail bus replacement map here Plan ahead using the Trip Planner at transportnsw.info/trip

Farewelling Margaret Pannell

2.05.25

This week, Newcastle Transport farewelled a legend of the industry, Margaret Pannell, who has retired after 28 years in the job. Margaret served as the Senior Bus Operator Trainer at Newcastle Transport, and to the wider Newcastle and Lake Macquarie community, she’s also known as the creative force behind the much-loved Christmas Bus. Over the […]

Bus Driver Appreciation Day 2025

31.03.25

Bus Driver Appreciation Day was a huge success, thanks to all of you! On 18 March, we celebrated the incredible drivers who keep Newcastle and Lake Macquarie moving—rain, hail, or shine. We received so many heartfelt messages from the community, and we made sure to share them with our drivers. From words of gratitude to […]

Bus Safety Week 2025

16.02.25

Newcastle Transport is calling on drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, motorcycle riders and public transport users to “Be Bus Aware” this Bus Safety Week. The annual campaign runs from 17 to 23 February and highlights the importance of bus safety for all road users. Here at Newcastle Transport, we have a fleet of almost 200 buses, completing […]

Getting to University

12.02.25

Welcome to university life! You’ve got your books, your laptop, and probably a few snacks to survive those long study sessions—but have you figured out how you’re getting to campus? Skip the parking hassle and hop on public transport! With frequent bus routes to Callaghan Campus and both bus and light rail services stopping at […]

Buses replace light rail 11 February 7pm until 9.30pm

7.02.25

Light rail maintenance Tuesday 11 February From 7pm until 9.30pm, buses will replace light rail services due to urgent repairs. Normal services will resume at 9.30pm. You can view the light rail bus replacement map here Plan ahead using the Trip Planner at transportnsw.info/trip

Opal Travel Departure Widget: Real-Time Updates on Your Home Screen

10.01.25

If you’re an avid public transport user, here’s some exciting news: the Opal Travel app now features a Departure Board Widget! This game-changing addition shows you rolling updates on your favourite bus, light rail and ferry services, directly on your home screen, making your commute easier than ever. Whether you’re an iPhone or Android user, […]

Enter the Newcastle Transport Christmas Bauble Competition

29.11.24

Get those crayons out, the Newcastle Transport Christmas Bauble Competition is here! The kids will love this way of jazzing up your tree, plus they will go in the running to win an awesome prize pack! All you need to do is: Download a bus, ferry or light rail bauble Colour and decorate it, then […]

Buses replace light rail 25 and 26 November

20.11.24

Light rail maintenance Monday 25 and Tuesday 26 November Daily from 7pm to 1am, buses replace light rail services due to planned maintenance. Normal services will resume at 5am each day. You can view the light rail bus replacement map here Plan ahead using the Trip Planner at transportnsw.info/trip