What transport card is used in Sydney?
What transport card is used in Sydney? Opal is the smartcard ticketing system used to pay for travel on public transport in Sydney, the Blue Mountains, Central Coast, the Hunter and the Illawarra. Add value before you travel and tap on and off to pay your fare.
How do I get a public transport card in Australia?
Depending on the city, you can also buy the cards at vending machines, convenience stores, such as 7-Eleven, newsagents, bus stations, train stations, ferry piers, pharmacies and supermarkets.
Can I use my phone as an Opal card?
The Opal digital card sits in the digital wallet of your mobile device, so you can tap on and tap off with your phone when using public transport. Learn more on how you can register to trial the card.
Do you still need an Opal card in Sydney?
You must travel with a valid Opal card or ticket. Fare evasion is a crime and fines apply.
How to avoid Sydney Airport access fee?
To avoid paying Sydney Airport's $16 'station access fee', you can walk to Mascot station and board the Airport Link train from there. The walk is about 20-25 minutes, or you can take a bus from Sydney Airport to Mascot station.
What is the tourist transport card in Australia?
If you are visiting Sydney and the surrounding regions, an Opal card is the most convenient and affordable way to pay for your fares on public transport.
What is the train card for Australia?
The Opal Card is the only one in Australia to be free. You can get it at the airport, train stations or any newsagent shop at zero cost. You can add money and top it up like all other cards. You can also use a contactless credit/debit card or linked Apple Pay or Google Pay devices.
How much is Sydney Opal card per week?
Travel as much as you want on metro, train, bus, ferry and light rail services within the Opal network and you never pay more than: $17.80 a day (Mondays to Thursdays), $8.90 on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. $50 a week.
How much is the Sydney transport Day Pass?
Daily and Weekly Caps $17.80 a day (Mondays to Thursdays), $8.90 on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. $50 a week.
What is the best way to get around Sydney?
The best way to get around Sydney is by Sydney Trains, which has rail lines that are easy for first-time users to navigate. Although the bus system has routes that crisscross the city, any traveling done on four wheels is at the mercy of Sydney traffic.
What is the $1 charge on the Opal card?
After you tap on, a pre-authorisation $1 charge will appear as a pending transaction on your statement. As you travel throughout the day, fares will be accumulated and the total cost of the day's travel will be processed at the end of each day. The total cost will replace the $1 charge.