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Transport

There are many options for travelling to the University of Canberra. We have provided some information below to assist you. The ACT Government has also developed a that you can use to compare travel times for cycling, walking and public transport to our Campus.

A series of dedicated cycle and shared cycling and pedestrian footpaths link to the University campus. Further information can be found at .

The University provides an array of bicycle hoops and bicycle storage options around the campus and at each building for your convenience to secure your bike. Whilst we have excellent CCTV coverage of our campus, we encourage you to ensure you lock up your bike to ensure its security.

Secure shelters are also available for residents of UniLodge and Campus Living Villages within their residential precincts.

Green cycle ramps have been installed at the stairs leading from the road near oval 1, up to student central and the concourse and near Building 3. Bicycle repair equipment is installed adjacent to the Foundation Stone near Student Central for your convenience.

The Campus Services map shows information about showers available across the campus. This includes a large facility in Building 1, Level A, behind Mizzuna and a large change and locker room within Building 4.

Pay parking on campus is enforced from 8:00am – 5:30pm, Monday to Friday (public holidays excepted). For more information about parking rates and parking information, please visit our Parking website.

Taxi

There are a number of commercial taxi services operating throughout Canberra:

  • Cabxpress: 02 6260 6011
  • Canberra Cabs: 13 2227
  • Elite Taxi Service: 02 6239 3666

Rideshare

Canberra also has ride sharing services available such as and for staff and students to and from campus.

The University of Canberra is well serviced by buses, with over 18 routes travelling to the College Street stations during the week and 8 on weekends. Specific information on these routes, as well as timetables, fares and network information is available from the website.

MyWay+ transition underway

A new public transport smartcard ticketing system is coming to Canberra in November 2024.

The transition to MyWay+ has begun. As of Friday 20 September 2024, the MyWay and NXTBUS real time systems are no longer in use on Transport Canberra bus and light rail services.

While old MyWay equipment is removed to make way for the new MyWay+ ticketing system, enjoy Transport Canberra’s fare free travel period.

For more information on the MyWay+ project visit

During the transition and fare free travel period, access remains available to connected services such as and .

Bike and ride

Bicycle rails are located at many convenient places around Canberra, providing links with major bus routes. Transport Canberra manages six secure bike cages. Visit for access details. Most Transport Canberra buses are fitted with a bicycle carrier on the front of the bus with space for two bicycles.

Park and ride

facilities allow users to park their car for free and catch public transport. . All Park and Ride facilities are well lit, and most sites offer weather resistant bus shelters. For more information visit .

Accessible buses

provides easy access buses and services for hearing, vision and mobility impaired users. You can find more information about this at the Transport Canberra site for .

Air

The is the main airport servicing the Canberra region. Domestic air services to Canberra are provided by , , and . Visit their websites for big discounts by booking early. International Services are also provided directly to the Canberra International Airport by and .

Interstate Road Coach Services

Cheap and comfortable coach services between Canberra and other Australian cities and towns are provided by:

Trains

NSW TrainLink Regional Services operates regular trains between:

  • Canberra and Sydney
  • Canberra and Wollongong via a road coach link to/from Moss Vale.
  • Queanbeyan, Canberra and Melbourne via a road coach link to/from Cootamundra

NSW TrainLink provides a safe, comfortable and relaxing way to travel and offer discounts of up to 50% for full time students.

Please visit for more information.