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A game-changing express bus service is one of more than 160 new services added to the Newcastle Transport network this week. Minister for Transport and Veterans David Elliott said there are now more options across the entire network, including bus, ferry, light rail and On Demand. “With more services, improved journey times and increased operating […]

Newcastle public transport is a step closer to making a major energy transition, with preparations underway for the arrival of three Zero Emission Buses to join the Newcastle Transport fleet in the coming months. Minister for Transport and Veterans David Elliott said the delivery would mark a major milestone for Newcastle, as it will be […]

Get to Newcastle Food Month with Newcastle Transport Newcastle Food Month is back this April! Across April, there are events to suit everyone happening across Newcastle from $25 plate dates, degustation’s and the signature event, Le Diner en Blanc. Immerse yourself in Newcastle’s dining scene and let Newcastle Transport do the driving for you. With […]

Newcastle Writers Festival, one of the largest literary festivals in Australia, is back from Friday 1 April to Sunday 3 April, with over 100 writers from Newcastle and across Australia. Most events will take place in the Civic precinct, so take the stress out of finding a park and use Newcastle Transport to get around. […]

Newcastle 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. […]

Additional ferry services will operate from 5:15am on Sunday morning 13 March to transport event participants and spectators across the harbour to get themselves race-ready. The regular Sunday timetable will resume at 1:00pm. View amended timetable here

Customers in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie will benefit from more services next month when service improvements are rolled out across the Newcastle Transport network. Keolis Downer Hunter, General Manager, Emmanuel Genlot said the 160 plus additional services each week are aimed at encouraging people back to public transport. “These additional services will improve journey times, […]