Perth Transport Tips

Introduction to Perth

Perth is the capital of Western Australia and Australia’s fourth largest city. It is located on the banks of the Swan River in the southwest corner of Australia. That is to say, Perth is a hub for all the attractions scattered across the vast expanse of Western Australia. Due to its geographical location, there is no time difference between Perth and Beijing time in China.

It has a pleasant climate with four distinct seasons. Summer is from December to February, autumn is from March to May, winter is from June to August, and spring is from September to November in a Mediterranean climate. Perth has several famous beaches that rival the Gold Coast in southern Australia in terms of beauty. That is to say, one of the more famous beaches is the Sunset Coast, where you can choose to swim, surf or snorkel, depending on your preference.

How to get to Perth

By plane: There are many European and Asian routes converging to Perth Airport, and there are also frequent flights between Perth and significant cities in China. It takes about 4 hours and 30 minutes to go from Sydney to Perth, 3 hours and 45 minutes to go from Melbourne and 3 hours from Adelaide.

Arriving by train: Perth is connected to Sydney by the transcontinental railway, the ‘Indian Pacific’, a tourist train, so early booking is essential. It runs three times a week, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from Sydney on time, and Sunday, Monday and Thursday from Perth, taking approximately 65 hours.

By high-speed bus: Perth is connected to all major cities in the country by high-speed buses operated by Greyhound and Pioneer, which take about 70 hours from Sydney, about 50 hours from Melbourne and 36 hours from Adelaide.

Arrive by ship: Fremantle Port is located 16 kilometres southwest of Perth and is known as Australia’s maritime gateway. It has a regular route with Singapore; European cruise ships are also anchored here.

Perth Airport to the City Traffic Strategy

Perth Airport Introduction

The Airport, also known as Perth International Airport, is 12 kilometres northeast of Perth, the capital of Western Australia, and the civil airport for the city of Perth, Western Australia. And even Western Australia to provide air services. It is Australia’s fourth busiest airport.

The Airport is the main gateway to the Perth metropolitan area and Western Australia, operating scheduled domestic, regional and international passenger and cargo services to around 34 domestic and international airlines flying to around 50 destination cities worldwide.

Perth Airport has four passenger terminals and a small general aviation terminal.

Terminal 1 is located on the east side of the main runway, with eight gates and five boarding bridges, and houses three airline lounges: the Emirates Lounge, the Singapore Airlines SilverBlade Membership Lounge and the Qantas Captain’s Club, which serves the airport’s international flights.

Passenger Terminal 2, which opened in March 2013, has an apron capacity of 36 aircraft and serves the airport’s domestic regional and interstate flights with airlines such as Star Alliance members, Tiger Airways and Virgin Australia.

Terminal 3 is located on the airport’s western side and has five boarding bridges and nine gates, serving domestic flights for Jetstar and Virgin Australia.

Passenger Terminal 4 is a dedicated terminal for Qantas, with four boarding bridges and nine gates, and has two VIP lounges, the Qantas Club and the Qantas Domestic Business Lounge, which were expanded in March 2013 and opened to the public on 26 August 2014. In addition, the airport’s General Aviation Terminal is used primarily for the airport’s charter flight operations to selected areas of Western Australia.

Between T1, T3, and T4, a free 24-hour, orange-coloured bus labelled “Inter-TerminalTransfer” departs every 20 minutes for a 15-minute journey.

Perth Airport Basic Facilities

76 check-in counters, 20 boarding gates, 11 boarding bridges, five baggage carousels, 1,907 temporary parking spaces, 1,784 fixed parking spaces, Currency Exchange, Restaurant, Bar, Lounge, Duty-Free, Bookstore, Gift Shop, Car Rental Companies at the Airport, Car Rental Companies out of the Airport, First Aid Centre, Baby Room, Handicap Accessible Facilities

Perth Airport to City Transport Tips

How do you get from Perth Airport T1 to the city?

Perth Airport T1: Taxis are the only way to get to and from Perth city.

The only way to get to the city by bus or airport shuttle is to go to T3 and T4 in the west.

 How do I get from Perth Airport Domestic Terminals T3 and T4 to the city?

A. Public Transport Bus

The only direct bus from T3 and T4 to Perth city centre is 37, one way: AUD$4.20 per person, valid for 2 hours; this validity will be stated on the bottom right corner of the ticket.

Journey time: about 50 minutes

Operating hours:

Airport to downtown: Monday to Friday: 5:25-22:50, 15 or 30 minutes; Saturday: 7:00-23:00, 30 or 60 minutes; Sunday: 8:15-18:15, 30 minutes.

 Downtown to airport: Monday to Friday: 5:35-23:00, 15 or 30 minutes; Saturday 7:45-23:00, 30 or 60 minutes; Sunday: 9:15-19:15, 30 minutes.

B. Airport Shuttle Bus (CONNECT)

Airport shuttle bus (CONNECT) from T3 and T4 to Perth city centre: one-way: A$15/person, 1 hour frequency.

 Journey time: 30 minutes

Operating hours: (If travelling between Perth city centre and Perth Airport during the day on a Saturday or Sunday, no airport bus is available.)

Airport to City: Monday to Friday: Midnight: 03:15-06:15; Morning: 09:00-10:00; Afternoon: 14:00-15:00; Evening: 18:00-22:00; Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays Midnight: 03:15-06:15. Evening: 18:00-22:00.

City to Airport: Monday to Friday: Midnight: 02:30-06:30; Morning: 09:15-10:15; Afternoon: 14:15-15:15; Evening: 18:15-22:15. Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays Midnight: 02:30-06:30. Evening: 18:15-22:15.

Five Stops for Airport Shuttle Buses into Perth City Centre

　　A. East Perth train station

　　B. WA Museum, Beaufort Street

　　C. The YHA Backpackers Hostel, Wellington Street

　　D. The Kings Perth Hotel, corner PierStreets and Hay Streets (The Kings Perth Hotel, corner PierStreets and Hay Streets)

　　E. Ambassador Hotel, Adelaide Terrace

　　The above is a detailed introduction to how to get from Perth airport to downtown. I hope it will be helpful to the partners who want to travel to Perth for free.

Perth City to the Airport Transport Strategy

(1) 37 bus: operating hours: Monday to Friday: 5:35-23:00, every 15-30 minutes; Saturday: 7:45-23:00, every 30-60 minutes; Sunday: 9:15-19:15, every 30 minutes; trip: 45 minutes. Minutes or so, and the fare is AU$4.20 per person, about RMB20. Passes through the city centre.

(2) Airport shuttle bus (CONNECT): operating hours: Monday to Friday: midnight: 02:30-06:30; morning: 09:15-10:15; afternoon: 14:15-15:15; night: 18:15-22:15; evening: 18:15 -22:15; Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays: Midnight: 02:30-06:30; Evening: 18:15-22:15; 1 hourly, 30-minute journey, one-way: AUD 15 per person, about RMB 70.

The airport bus has five stops in the city:

　　A. East Perth train station.

　　B. WA Museum, Beaufort Street.

　　C. The YHA Backpackers Hostel, Wellington Street.

　　D. The Kings Perth Hotel, corner Pier Streets and Hay Streets (The Kings Perth Hotel, corner Pier Streets and Hay Streets).

       E. Ambassador Hotel, Adelaide Terrace.

(3) Book a taxi at the hotel reception one day in advance; there is no booking fee. AUD38 from the city to the airport, plus AUD2 airport surcharge and RMB180.

        T1: International Airport, T2/T3/T4: Domestic Airport, T1 and T2 are in the east. t3 and t4 are in the west, t3 and t4 are right next to each other.

　　T2: Tiger Airways and Virgin; T3: Virgin and Jetstar; T4: Qantas.

　　T1/T2 is taxi only, bus 37 and airport coach run to/from T3/T4. There is a free 24-hour bus between T1/T2 and T3/T4, 20 minutes, 15 minutes journey, orange car, marked: Inter-Terminal Transfer.

Perth Airport Tip:

Perth Airport has free buses to and from the long term car parks, most buses are white and will say Long Term Parking on the screen. Be careful when you get on the bus; don’t get on the wrong bus.

The  Airport is still being upgraded and constructed, so make sure you keep an eye out for information, and if you are travelling by air from Perth to other Australian cities, check the departure terminal.

How to get from Perth city to Perth airport: iTrip loves to go free!

Perth City Transport Tips

Public transport in Perth consists mainly of buses, trains and cruise ships, all operated by Transperth; of course, there are also taxis in Perth City. The ticket price depends on which Transperth Fare Zone you are travelling through. Once you have purchased a ticket, you can travel on all public transport within the same fare zone for two to three hours. Perth city centre is also a Free Transit Zone, which means that if you get on and off the bus in the city centre, the ride is free. Cash fares from Zone 1 to Zone 9 range from A$2.80 to A$11.60, and an all-day pass is also A$11.60.

Bus in Perth

It is most accessible to travel by bus within the city of Perth. Perth city buses have three routes, yellow, green and blue, and you can travel for free as long as the bus has CAT displayed. There are two bus terminals, Central Bus Station and Marwents Bay Bus Station. Central Bus Station is on Wellington Street. Buses heading north depart from here. Mawenzbey Bus Station is on the southern edge of William Street, at the intersection with Mawenzbey. Buses heading south depart from here.

Routes operate from 5:00 to 0:00 at the longest, usually every 4 to 15 minutes before 19:00 and every 30 or 60 minutes thereafter. Buses operate shorter and less frequently on weekends than on weekdays, especially on Sundays. Public holidays generally operate at the exact times and frequency as Sundays.

Train in Perth

Perth has five train lines running in different directions centred on Perth city. Tickets can be purchased directly from the station. Trains usually run from 5:00 to 0:00, 2 to 15 minutes until 19:30, and then every 30 minutes.

Ferries run on the Swan River between Barrack Street Jetty and Mends Street Jetty on the South Perth foreshore. It operates from 7:00-23:00, usually every 30 and 15 minutes during peak periods (7:00-9:00, 16:00-18:00).

The Perth Tram Explore connects all the major sightseeing spots; ticket holders can get on and off as often as they like. Tickets cost A$12 for adults and A$6 for children.

Taxis usually need to be booked; Swan Taxis and Black and White Taxis are the main ones. Starting rates are A$3.90 during the day, A$5.70 at night and A$1.59 per kilometre. There are surcharges from 0:00-5:00 on certain holidays (Christmas and New Year’s Eve), and getting a taxi on Friday and Saturday nights is harder.