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Sydney Public Transport Information
ILC Reference NO 51:80:005
Item sourced from ILC NSW database
Short Description
This NSW Government transport web site enables people to plan their trips via bus, train or ferry and to view / download timetables.
Details are also provided on accessible transport. Information is also available via the telephone.
Price Guide
Approx Price: $0.00
Price Date: 23/07/2008
More Details
Transport Infoline
. Provides information on fares and timetables and any other trip details that may be required about trains, buses and ferries. Public transport information requirements can also be supplied by this phone service during 6am to 10pm, 7 days a week.
. Information is also provided on Fares & Passes and Service Changes
Note: 'Visually Impaired Persons Permit' holders are entitled to free travel on CityRail, Sydney Buses, Sydney Ferries and Newcastle Buses and Ferries services. Guide Dogs and Therapy Dogs are also permitted on these services.
SYDNEY BUSES
Sydney Buses currently has over 100 routes with timetabled accessible trips with more coming on-line as new buses are delivered.
Depending on fleet availability, wheelchair accessible buses may also operate on some other trips.
All new buses acquired by State Transit feature kneeling suspension for level entry and a flat no-step floor to make it easier for the elderly and less mobile.
Features include an extending wheelchair ramp, accommodation for two wheelchairs, additional priority seating and increased interior lighting.
Refer to the web site timetable, information line or hard copy timetables for specific trip times. Accessible services are indicated in each timetable with the letter "a" against the relevant trip.
CITY RAIL
CityRail continues to improve facilities at stations to assist customers with mobility restrictions.
Specific CityRail stations provide enhanced facilities such as lifts, ramps, continuous hand rails, hearing loops at ticket windows, wheelchair accessible toilets and platforms to train ramps for wheelchairs.
Information on station facilities is available by phone or on the web site.
SYDNEY FERRIES
All Sydney Ferries and major wharves accommodate wheelchairs and are easily accessible by people with limited mobility.
Information on currently accessible wharves is available by phone or on the web site.
Additional Information
The NSW Government is committed to the provision of an accessible transport system for all users with a disability. The development of these accessible facilities will take place over a period of several years. The transport Infoline and web site provide details of accessible transport.
The web site also offers details of some private bus services that offer accessible services.
Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT,
SYDNEY, NSW
TRANSPORT INFOLINE,
SYDNEY, NSW
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