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 From Circular Quay to Bondi Beach |
Level 28, 100 Miller Street North Sydney Sydney, NSW 2060 Australia +61 2 9245 5644 http://www.sydneypass.info/bon... |
This bus service covers a total of 30 kilometres and a one and a half hour trip, stopping at Kings Cross, Rushcutters Bay, Double Bay, Rose Bay wharf, Vaucluse Bay, Watson's Bay, The Gap, Bronte Beach, Coogee Beach, Bondi Beach, Sydney Cricket Ground, Football Stadium, Oxford Street, Hyde Park and Martin Place. You can get on off the buses anywhere you see the blue Bondi Explorer signs. Tickets are for a day's use and are valid on State Transit Sydney Buses services. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Travel made easy |
Eddy Avenue Haymarket Sydney, NSW 1238 Australia +61 2 9379 1977 http://www.cityrail.nsw.gov.au/ |
Most country, interstate and suburban trains pass through Central Station, making it the main rail hub of the city. Situated near Chinatown, on the city circle line, the station is fully wheelchair accessible including toilets. There is also a car park, bus stops and a taxi rank near by. The Metro Light Rail also begins at Central. Running 24 hours a day, it covers 10 stations to the west including Darling Harbour, Pyrmont Bay and Casino, terminating at Lilyfield. Trains run every 10 to 15 minutes before midnight and every half hour after that until 6am. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Travel and Leisure |
Sydney Cove Circular Quay Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 9207 3170 |
The hub of Sydney's busy harbour, Circular Quay is the start and finish point for all ferry trips, as well as being the place to join one of the many cruises on offer. Operating from wharfs two to five, Sydney Ferries cross the harbour daily to over 30 wharfs including Watson's Bay, Manly and Parramatta. Circular Quay is wheelchair accessible, including toilets and there are bus stops, a taxi rank and Circular Quay Railway Station near by. It is also near to some of the city's top attractions including the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Near to the ferry terminal |
Circular Quay Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia |
Near to the main ferry terminal at Circular Quay, there is also a bus interchange and taxi rank nearby. Access to the platforms is by staircase, escalator or lift. There are public toilets with disabled access, payphones and a small number of souvenir shops and eateries. A platform to the train ramp is available for wheelchair users and the ticket office is fitted with a hearing loop. Close to the financial area of the city, Pitt Street is within walking distance as are attractions such as the Opera House and the Rocks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Trains around Sydney |
PO Box K349 Haymarket Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 113 1500 (Infoline) / +61 2 8202 2111 http://www.railcorp.info/ |
City Rail runs from 5am until midnight within the centre of town. After 8pm only two carriages are open to passengers, these are next to the guards compartment and are indicated by a blue light on the outside of the carriage known as the nightsafe area. After midnight use the Nightride bus service. There are eight main stations in the centre of the city. These stations are: Central, Town Hall, Wynyard, Martin Place, Circular Quay, St James and Museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Travelling further afield |
PO Box K349 Haymarket Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 8202 2000 http://www.countrylink.info |
CountryLink covers over 365 destinations on the modern rail and coach network between Melbourne and Brisbane and throughout New South Wales. CountryLink's fleet of trains offer air-conditioning, economy and first class seats, and sleeper facilities on overnight routes. Enjoy panoramic views of the Australian landscape through large windows while reclining in comfortable seats with ample legroom and fold-down tables. On-board facilities include a buffet car with a seasonal menu of hot and cold meals and light refreshments. CountryLink is also Australia's largest contractor of road coaches. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From Pymble to St Ives |
4 Myoora Rd Terrey Hills Sydney, NSW 2084 Australia +61 2 9450 2277 http://www.forestcoachlines.co... |
This is a private bus service which stops at some Sydney Bus stops and other stops not on the Sydney bus service route. Running from Pymble through to St Ives, through Chatswood, Narrabeen and Turramurra. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Near the legal district |
Hunter Street Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia |
Situated in the heart of the legal district this station is close to the Law Courts and Parliament House. There is a bus interchange and taxi rank nearby. Access to the platforms is by staircase and escalator only all staircases have continuous handrails. There are public toilets and payphones and a range of small shops and eateries. Help points are located at various points throughout the station and the ticket office is fitted with a hearing loop. A curved platform means there is a gap between it and the train. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Central city tourist transport |
190 Pyrmont Street Pyrmont Sydney, NSW 2009 Australia +61 2 8584 5250 http://www.metrolightrail.com.au |
The monorail is a high-tech train that whizzes around above the city on three and a half kilometres of track. Trains run almost every five minutes. This is a great way of seeing Sydneys sights, but for locals it is not such a practical method of transport as the circuit is reasonably limited. The seven stops are Convention, Haymarket, World Square, Park Plaza, City Centre, Harbourside, and Darling Park. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Private North West bus service |
43A Higginbotham Road Glebe Sydney, NSW 2037 Australia +61 2 9808 1000 |
Running a route from Sydney Town Hall to Epping train station. This bus service stops frequently along its way through Lane Cove, West Ryde, Macquarie Uni, Gladesville and Eastwood. It also stops at some of the public State Transit Sydney bus stops and other stops not on the public route. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Serving the north of the city |
Blue Street Sydney, NSW 2060 Australia +61 2 9379 4432 http://www.cityrail.nsw.gov.au/ |
North Sydney's booming business center means that more and more people are using the train to cross the harbour bridge to get to work and back. The station is close to shops and offices. There is also to a taxi rank and bus interchange nearby and it is a short walk from the Milson's Point Ferry Terminal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Access to Olympic Park |
Murray Rose Avenue Olympic Park Sydney, NSW 2140 Australia +61 2 9752 8557 http://www.cityrail.nsw.gov.au/ |
There has been much controversy over the handling of the Olympic Transport network and CityRail have clearly been working hard to get it right. Passengers alight from one side of the train and take a staircase or lift to street level whilst those wishing to catch a train board from the other side of the platform. There is a taxi rank and bus interchange nearby, as well as public payphones and toilets. Use this station for Olympic venues and the Sydney Showground. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Near Hyde Park |
Elizabeth Street Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 9224 4751 http://www.cityrail.nsw.gov.au/ |
Situated at the Northern End of Hyde Park (use Museum Station for the Southern End) access is by staircase only. There is a bus interchange and taxi rank nearby. There are public toilets and the ticket office is fitted with a hearing loop. This station is close to Sydney Hospital, The Domain and David Jones. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fly Aussie! |
Airport Drive Mascot Sydney, NSW 2020 Australia +61 2 9667 9111 http://www.sydneyairport.com.au/ |
Located about 11 kilometres south-east of the city centre, Sydney Airport is Australia's busiest, serving as a gateway to other parts of the country and the rest of the world. It was overhauled for the 2000 Olympics, and hence provides efficient service and easy accessibility for all. Sydney airport has four public car parks all of which are well sign-posted as you enter the airport complex. Courtesy buses ferry passengers to the terminals. Several options exist to get you to the heart of Sydney from the airport. For a small sum, you can ride on the AirportLink train, which runs every 10 minutes and takes 10 minutes to Central Station and 15 minutes to Circular Quay. Green and gold Airport Express buses run roughly every 10 minutes from almost all day. There are numerous eating opportunities in the airport, with everything from fast food chains to a fully licensed brasserie on offer. There are several cafes offering light snacks and drinks, plus a juice bar and a noodle bar. Australia has very strict customs laws, and food and plants of any kind, plus items made of natural materials such as wood, must be declared on entry or thrown into the quarantine bins provided before you pass through immigration. Fresh fruit and vegetables cannot be imported. There are many high quality shops in the airport complex selling everything from clothes and shoes to souvenirs and tax-free goods. Other services include car hire, mobile phone hire, a post office and currency exchange. There is also a very comprehensive visitors centre and a medical centre. All major airlines are serviced. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sydney's public bus network |
Throughout the city Sydney, NSW Australia +61 2 13 1500 (transport infoline) http://www.sydneybuses.nsw.gov... |
Sydney buses run through virtually all of Sydney. Where they do not run, a private bus service operates. Information on their service and private services can be obtained from their info line. Tickets are purchased on board, but be sure to carry small change as drivers sometimes cannot change large notes. Bus drivers can help you with directions and will often notify you when your stop is approaching. Buses tend to run from train stations to major suburban junctions, stopping frequently in between. Stops are clearly marked by the yellow signs with a black bus on them. The State Transit Sydney bus service is easy too use. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For City Rail and Country Link trains |
Castlereagh Street Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 9379 3168 http://www.cityrail.nsw.gov.au/ |
The biggest railway station in Sydney, as well as servicing the metropolitan area, trains from here also travel all over New South Wales. Close to Haymarket and Chinatown, the station is near to a taxi rank and interchanges with buses and the Sydney Light Rail which serves the west of the city covering areas such as Star City Casino and the Fish Market. Access to platforms is by staircase and escalator. There are toilets and public payphones as well as a range of shops and eateries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ferry services in the harbour |
3/35 Pitt Street (Head Office Street Address) Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 9246 8300 / +61 2 13 1500 (transport online) http://www.sydneyferries.info/ |
Public ferries are operated by State Transit. There are about 30 ferries in the fleet serving 33 wharves around the harbour. All ferries commence and terminate their journeys at Circular Quay. If there is a wharf near your destination, travelling by ferry can be one of the quickest ways to get around Sydney. Many ferry services tie in with bus and train timetables. Look for signs such as 'Ferrylink' on bus stops. Ferries run from about 6a until about midnight, depending on the route. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tram link |
Throughout the city Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 9285 5600 http://www.metrolightrail.com.au |
The Sydney Light Rail runs from Central station to Wentworth Park in the west - there are plans to extend even further west. The ten stops are split into two zones. Zone One covers Central station, Capitol Square, Haymarket, Exhibition Centre and Convention. Zone Two goes on to Pyrmont Bay, Star City, John Street Square, Fish Market and Wentworth Park. Trains run every fifteen minutes and a round trip takes half an hour. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Information on Sydney trains |
Throughout the city Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 13 1500 (transport infoline) |
City Rail provides a fast and fairly efficient train service covering the centre of Sydney and some of the outlying suburbs. The Eastern Suburbs are only linked by rail except as far as Bondi Junction so you should use the bus to access these areas. Beyond the metropolitan area, Countrylink trains cover the huge railway network of New South Wales leaving from Central Station. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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In the heart of the city |
George St Btwn Druitt & Bathurst St Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 9379 4110 http://www.cityrail.info |
Situated in the heart of the city, Town Hall Station can be accessed from the staircases leading under the road and from the Queen Victoria building. There is a bus interchange and taxi rank nearby. Access to the platforms is by staircase and escalator. There is also a lift. There are public toilets and telephones and a wide range of small shops and eateries. A platform to the train ramp is available for wheelchair users and the ticket office is fitted with a hearing loop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Important Station |
George Street Town Hall Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 9379 4110 http://www.cityrail.nsw.gov.au/ |
This busy station, located under the 1889 built Town Hall, is situated in a popular retail area near the Queen Victoria Building. It is wheelchair accessible including toilets, and is close to bus stops and a taxi rank. Situated on the city circle, change here for the Kings Cross and Bondi Junction line. The Metro Monorail is also accessible above ground from here. It covers a loop of eight stations including Darling Harbour and World Square. Running every 3 to 5 minutes, its elevated track provides an interesting view of the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Private western suburbs bus service |
Level 12, 100 George Street Sydney, NSW 2150 Australia +61 2 9890 0000 http://www.westbus.com.au/ |
West Bus runs routes that the public Sydney bus service doesn't cover and some that it does. It runs through Penrith Mount Druitt, Blacktown Castle Hill, Parramatta, Windsor, Penrith, Baulkham Hills & Creswell. It stops at all train stations in those areas and in many places along the route. Review © 2007, Wcities |
