Use public transport
Using public transport can greatly reduce your impact on the environment. It can also save you money.
When you use public transport, you are helping to shape the future of sustainable transport in Australia.
Start small
Each trip you take on public transport instead of driving makes a difference. Starting with just one or two trips a week helps reduce your environmental impact.
It also saves wear and tear and fuel costs for your car. You can relax and let the driver take you to your destination.
Check out the routes
Many Australian cities and suburbs have good access to public transport. Your options could include trains, buses, trams or a ferry.
Find out where your local stops are and which routes are the quickest and the cheapest. You might also want to know the more scenic routes for when you have extra time.
Check out the timetables
Timetables are usually available at train stations, tram and bus stops and online. There are usually different timetables for weekdays, weeknights and weekends.
Contact your state or territory transport office to find out your public transport options.
- QLD: Translink
- NSW: 131500
- VIC: Metlink
- SA: Adelaide Metro
- WA: Transperth
- TAS: Metrotas
- NT: Northern Territory Transport Group
- ACT: Action
Sit back and relax
With public transport you don't have to worry about traffic jams, red lights, parking or the cost of petrol.
You'll also know that you're helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Why do it?
- It can be cheap, convenient and reliable
- Someone else can drive you
- You'll help cut down the number of cars on our roads
Page last modified: 20 Aug 2009