GettingAround Perth

Buses are an easy way to travel in and around metropolitan Perth. Most major bus routes operate 24 hours a day. Timetables are displayed at many bus stops – showing the route number, expected arrival time and destination.

Trains are a quick, frequent and reliable way to travel throughout the Perth Central Business District and metropolitan areas.

Perth doesn't have light rail, just some other cities in Australia.

Perth Ferries provide a unique public transport service to the people of Perth. It’s a practical way to travel . Ferry services operate daily.

Taxis provide door-to-door service, 24 hours a day. Fares are calculated based on time and distance travelled – and are displayed on a metre. You may need to pay extra for tolls and booking fees.

A taxi from Perth Airport to the city costs approximately $35-55.

Uber is a smarter, more cost efficient, safe way to get around Perth when compared to a regular taxi. You’ll need to download the Uber app to your smartphone and set-up a user profile including your credit card details. From there, you can use the app to book a car at the tap of a button.

Best of all, Uber is cashless - your credit card is automatically charged - and there’s no need to tip.

If you have an international drivers license, you may choose to travel by car. You’ll need to cover the cost of registration, compulsory insurance, maintenance, petrol, tolls and parking if you have your own car.

Riding a bike is a fun, healthy and sustainable way of getting around the city, and Perth is a great place to ride a bike and explore. Using 2 wheels can also save you time and money.

Note that riding without a bike helmet is illegal in Australia.