LOCAL LIFE
Bus boost to connect Western Sydney
communities by July
Western Sydney residents will soon see a major improvement in public transport, with five new permanent bus routes set to begin operating from 5 July, connecting key communities to the Western Sydney International Airport.
The announcement by the NSW Government marks a significant step forward for areas that have long experienced limited access to reliable bus services, particularly across the Blacktown, Penrith, Liverpool and Campbelltown regions.
The new routes will run from Penrith( 790), Campbelltown( 845), Liverpool( 825 and 860) and Mount Druitt( 772), linking growing communities with the airport and surrounding employment hubs. Importantly, services will commence three months ahead of passenger flights, ensuring workers in construction, freight and airport operations have early access to transport options.
Buses will operate every 30 minutes from 5am to 10pm, seven days a week, providing a consistent and accessible
service for commuters. The rollout includes 43 new electric buses, offering quieter, more comfortable journeys while supporting the state’ s broader push towards net zero emissions by 2050.
Each bus has been designed with passenger convenience in mind, featuring air conditioning, low-floor access for improved accessibility, and luggage racks to cater for airport travellers.
The new routes will be supported by the interim“ WSI Link” service, which will connect the airport to St Mary’ s train station until the Western Sydney Airport Metro is completed.
In addition to the services themselves, significant investment is being made in supporting infrastructure. Upgrades to bus depots in Penrith and Bradbury are underway to accommodate the new electric fleet, including expanded charging capacity and electrical systems.
The NSW Government has also acknowledged a long-standing issue for Western Sydney commuters— the lack of adequate bus shelters. A new $ 1.5 million Bus Shelter Program will allow councils to apply for funding to install shelters
New electric buses( above) and their interior( left).
along new and existing routes, improving comfort and safety for passengers, particularly during extreme weather.
Road upgrades, including improvements along Badgerys Creek Road, are also being delivered to support better access to the airport precinct.
Premier Chris Minns said the new routes are essential to ensuring Western Sydney communities are not left behind as the region continues to grow.
“ When Western Sydney grows, the transport network needs to grow with it,” he said.
Transport Minister John Graham added that the expansion will address long-standing gaps in service, providing residents with more reliable and convenient travel options.
The project forms part of a broader $ 362.7 million investment in Western Sydney bus services, aimed at improving connectivity and supporting economic growth across the region.
With Western Sydney undergoing rapid transformation, the new bus network is expected to play a key role in linking communities to jobs, education and essential services— helping to drive the region forward.
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