Tram lovers are in for a treat on Sunday.
Passengers on the Gold Coast can travel on Queensland’s first light rail system for the first time on Sunday, July 20..
Transport and Main Roads Minister Scott Emerson said the eagerly awaited date follows confirmation that all parties are satisfied light rail is ready to go.
“The wait is finally over, and after three years of design and construction works the Gold Coast will have a world-class public transport option,” Mr Emerson said.
“Following the day of free travel on Sunday, paid passenger tram services and the new bus timetable will commence on Monday 21 July that will include additional high frequency bus routes and improved connections between trains, buses and trams.
“Trams will run every seven-and-a-half minutes, to Southport, Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach and I encourage everyone to jump on board.”
From Monday 21 July, visitors and tourists exploring the Gold Coast will be able to purchase the new, affordable all-day travel go explore card.
All details regarding the free day of tram travel as well as fares and timetable information will be on TransLink website or call 13 12 30.
Check out the interactive route map here or download your own PDF map
The $1.2 billion project consists of 14 trams, 16 stations servicing a 13-kilometre route and is jointly funded by State and Federal Governments and the City of Gold Coast.
