Travel

There are many ways to travel around Australia and public transport is an excellent and cheap way to see the city in which you are studying in. Click below to find out more about traveling in Sydney and Melbourne.

Sydney public transport

Sydney has a number of ways to travel. It has an extensive rail and ferry system, bus network, roads and freeways. Sydney has a very good public transport system. The informative Transport Infoline: 13 15 00 or the website at: http://www.131500.com.au/ is extremely helpful for planning your trip. Common forms of transport in Sydney are buses, trains and ferries.

Sydney Buses

Sydney’s buses have the most extensive network of transportation in Sydney. Fares depend upon the number of ‘sections’ you pass through. As a rough guide, short trips cost $1.60 and most other fares in the inner suburbs are $2.70. For more information, visit the website at: www.sydneybuses.info

Sydney Ferries

Sydney’s ferries provide the most enjoyable way to get around the harbour. There are three kinds of ferry: regular STA ferries, Manly Fast Ferry ($8.20) and RiverCats that traverse the Parramatta River to Parramatta ($7.40). All ferries depart from Circular Quay. For more information call 02　9207　3166 or visit the website at: www.sydneyferries.info

Sydney Metro Light Rail & Monorail

The Monorail and Metro Light Rail are good means of transport within the centre. The Monorail circles Darling Harbour and links it to the city centre. The MLR operates 24 hours a day between Central Station and Pyrmont via Darling Harbour and Chinatown. For more information on Monorail call 02 9285 5600 or visit the website at: www.metrotransport.com.au

Sydney Trains

Sydney has a vast suburban rail network and frequent services, making trains much quicker than buses. Trains run from around 5am to midnight. For more information visit the website at:info

Melbourne public transport

Melbourne has an easy to use, extensive public transport system with trams, trains and buses throughout the city and suburbs. For further information follow the link:

METLink Melbourne http://www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au/
Department of Transport http://www.transport.vic.gov.au/

Melbourne Trams

The world’s third largest tram network is in Melbourne, Australia, so if you’re visiting this exciting city, make sure you experience a Melbourne tram. http://www.getting-around-melbourne.com.au/melbourne-trams.html

Melbourne Trains

Melbourne trains offer a great way to see many of the sights of Melbourne, Victoria; attractions such as Melbourne Zoo, Melbourne Aquarium and Telstra Dome. Even events such as the Melbourne Cup are easily accessible by train. http://www.getting-around-melbourne.com.au/melbourne-trains.html

Melbourne Buses

To get around Melbourne city and suburbs, a Melbourne bus is a great option. You can travel on the Airport bus from Melbourne Airport to the suburbs and other parts of Victoria. http://www.getting-around-melbourne.com.au/melbourne-buses.html

River & Ferry Cruises

Melbourne ferries provide a scenic adventure or a convenient way to travel for locals as well as visitors. The Yarra River Shuttle will take you from Federation Square, in the Melbourne CBD, around to New Quay. http://www.getting-around-melbourne.com.au/melbourne-river-ferries-and-cruises.html