Public Transport in Australia for New Students: How It Works in Each City
New to public transport? Real guide on how it works in each city from a Melbourne student.
Transport and Myki / Opal
Public transport in Australia is affordable and extensive, but each city has its own system that can confuse newcomers. Our transport guides help international students navigate buses, trains, trams, and ferries with confidence.
Learn everything about Myki cards in Melbourne (how to buy, top up, daily caps) and Opal cards in Sydney (fares, concessions, weekly limits). We explain how to save money on transport as a student, read timetables without getting lost, and use apps like Google Maps for journey planning.
Our guides cover concession cards for international students (who qualifies and who doesn’t), traveling safely late at night on public transport, and getting around major cities without owning a car. We also help you decide whether buying a car makes financial sense, explain rideshare options (Uber, Didi, Ola) and when they’re worth the cost, and provide airport-to-city transport guides for arrivals.
Learn how to move efficiently between home, campus, and work, understand which areas have good transport connections, and calculate your monthly transport budget accurately.
Navigate Australian cities like a local. Master public transport and move around cheaply, safely, and independently.
Complete Guide to Myki in Melbourne: Cards, Top Ups and Daily Caps
Confused about Myki? Real complete guide from a Melbourne student.
Complete Guide to Opal in Sydney: Cards, Fares and Concessions
Confused about Opal? Real complete guide from a Melbourne student who’s learned about Sydney.
How to Save Money on Public Transport as a Student in Australia
Want to save money on transport? Real tips from a Melbourne student.
How to Read Bus and Train Timetables in Australia Without Getting Lost
Confused by timetables? Real guide on how to read them from a Melbourne student.
Using Google Maps and Apps for Public Transport in Australia
Want to use apps for transport? Real guide from a Melbourne student.
Concession Cards for International Students in Australia: Who Gets Them?
Want a concession card? Real guide on who gets them from a Melbourne student.
How to Travel Late Night Safely on Public Transport in Australia
Traveling late at night? Real safety guide from a Melbourne student.
Getting Around Melbourne Without a Car: Trams, Trains, Buses and Bikes
Don’t have a car? Real guide on getting around Melbourne from a Melbourne student.
Should You Buy a Car as a Student in Australia: True Costs and Hidden Expenses
Considering buying a car? Real guide on true costs and hidden expenses from a Melbourne student.
Uber, Didi, Ola and Taxis in Australia: When Do They Make Sense?
When to use rideshare or taxis? Real guide from a Melbourne student.
Airport to City Transport Guides for Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane
Need to get from the airport? Real transport guides from a Melbourne student.