- Routes 30, 31, 32 and 38, along with several school services, are operating on altered routes and timetables due to the West Dapto Road closure.
- From Monday 18 May 2026, School bus S194 has been extended to start and finish on Kanahooka Road, Brownsville.
- New school routes S269, S270 and S271 provide direct services between Calderwood and St Joseph’s Catholic High School, Albion Park High School and Shellharbour Anglican College.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Providing Transport for 650 000+ Commuters monthly Across The Illawarra
Premier illawarra's Public Transport Services
Premier connects communities across the region with reliable, affordable public bus services. From Helensburgh to Kiama – including Wollongong, Bellambi, Warrawong, Albion Park, Shellharbour, Dapto, Figtree, and the University of Wollongong – our buses keep the Illawarra moving every day.
Whether you’re commuting to work, heading to university, running errands, or catching up with friends, Premier provides a comfortable and convenient way to travel.
VIEW TIMETABLES AND ROUTES
Public buses across the Illawarra region to get you to your destination.
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SCHOOL TRAVEL
School buses providing safe, reliable transport to get students to school each day.
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A free bus service that travels a loop around the Wollongong CBD.
- Free BUs
- continuous loop
- routes 55a and 55c
How to Pay for Your Trip
Travelling with Premier is simple and cashless. We accept a range of payment options to suit your needs:
Opal Card:
The easiest way to travel across NSW public transport. Opal cards are available in Adult, Child/Youth, Concession, and Gold Senior/Pensioner options, with reduced fares for eligible passengers.
Contactless Payments:
Tap on and off using your credit or debit card with the contactless symbol, or use digital wallets like Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Samsung Pay. Adult fares and benefits apply.
Important: All passengers (including school students) must tap on at the start of every trip and tap off at the end – every time you travel.
For full fare information and Opal benefits, visit Transport NSW Tickets & Fares.
Free Gong Shuttle
Getting around Wollongong’s CBD and university precinct has never been easier. The Free Gong Shuttle runs a continuous loop between Wollongong Station and the University of Wollongong, stopping at key destinations including Wollongong Hospital, Burelli Street, and the Innovation Campus.
Hours of Operation:
- Weekdays:
7:00am–6:00pm (every 10 minutes)
6:00pm–10:00pm (every 20 minutes) - Saturdays:
9:40am–5:20pm (every 20 minutes) - Sundays & Public Holidays:
9:40am–5:20pm (every 20 minutes)
North Gong Shuttle – Free buses to the University of Wollongong
Premier operates the North Gong (NG) Shuttle, a free UOW bus service running directly between North Wollongong Train Station and the University of Wollongong campus. This service is available for staudents and staff at UOW.
Routes 9 and 9N make it simple for students, staff and visitors to connect from the train without the hassle of driving or parking at Wollongong Uni. Services run on weekdays, and the UOW shuttle uses fully electric, zero-emissions buses, all low-floor and wheelchair accessible.
For those travelling from the Wollongong CBD, hospital precinct or Innovation Campus, the free Gong Shuttle (routes 55A & 55C) is also available, running frequent loops to and from Wollongong Uni throughout the week and on weekends.
Travelling with Premier Illawarra
Our friendly, comfortable buses make it easy to get where you need to go, whether that’s work, school, shopping, or social events. Here’s what you need to know for a smooth journey:
Finding a Seat
Help us keep on schedule by taking a seat quickly after boarding. Please leave the front seats available for elderly and disabled passengers who may need them.
Requesting Your Stop
Press the stop request button as you approach your destination. The driver will pull over at the next safe stop.
Strollers & Guide Dogs
Folded strollers travel free of charge
Guide dogs accompanying blind or deaf passengers travel free on all buses. Handlers should ensure their dog wears its harness, remains under control, and is positioned out of the aisle (typically in the footwell). Accreditation should be readily available.
Personal Belongings
Premier Illawarra is not responsible for items left on the bus. Please check you have all your belongings before you exit. If you find a lost item, please hand it to your driver.
Lost something? Report lost property at Transport NSW Lost Property.
Bus Etiquette
Priority seating: Please offer front seats to elderly or disabled travelers
No smoking or vaping: Prohibited on all buses under NSW Government regulations
No eating or drinking: This includes food, beverages, and chewing gum
School Transport Services
Premier operates dedicated school bus services to schools throughout the Illawarra region. Most students residing in NSW are eligible to apply for free school travel through the School Student Transport Scheme.
Remember: All school students must tap on and off with a valid Opal card or contactless payment for every trip.
For school-specific timetables, routes, and eligibility information, visit our School Services page.
frequently asked questions
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN BUSES RUN LATE?
While every effort is made to run services on time, occasionally, due to circumstances beyond our control, our buses may run behind schedule. You can rest assured that in these instances, every effort will be made to regain timetabled running as soon as possible.
ARE ALL BUSES WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE?
The services shown with a wheelchair symbol in this timetable are scheduled to operate using one of our low floor accessible buses. However, occasionally due to operational requirements we cannot guarantee that the service will operate using a wheelchair accessible bus. Please call the office during business hours to confirm your travel needs.
HOW EARLY SHOULD I BE AT THE BUS STOP?
We suggest you arrive at the bus stop 5 min prior to the published time to allow enough time to find your fare and ensure you have the correct concession entitlement if required.
DO BUS SERVICES OPERATE ON PUBLIC HOLIDAYS?
Limited services operate New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Please visit the Trip Planner for more information.
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how else can we help you?
If you require assistance with our bus timetables, please call 131 500
If you are enquiring about lost property, please visit Transport NSW here.
If you are experiencing issues with your opal card, please call 13 67 25
For any other questions you may have, please call our friendly staff on (02) 4271 1322
Need Help or Have Feedback?
We’re here to help make your journey as smooth as possible.
Complaints or Compliments
Share your feedback about our bus services by visiting our Contact Page.
General Enquiries
For route planning, fare information, and real-time service updates, visit Transport NSW.