Yearly Archives: 2026

Tasmanians can travel on Metro buses for free, with no fares required on services across the State until 30 June 2027. This extension of the Tasmanian Government cost‑of‑living initiative is designed to help ease pressure on household budgets, particularly as fuel prices remain high. As more Tasmanians look for easier and more affordable ways to…

At Metro, we work hard to keep Tasmania moving and, as a major user of Tasmanian roads, we’ve put together eight Bus Safety Tips to help keep you and our customers safe when sharing the roads with buses. We’re committed to doing our bit to help improve the safety of our roads for everyone.

Want to feel more confident using public transport? Join the Metro Customer Experience Team on the Glenorchy City Council Lawns for a drop-in session where you can ask questions, explore a bus up close and learn how to plan your next trip with confidence. Event details: Location: Glenorchy City Council LawnsDate: Thursday 28 MayTime: 10:00am…

Metro is continuing the Route 311 morning school bus service for students travelling to: This interim arrangement was introduced after the updated Hobart timetables resulted in some students arriving at school too early on Route 301. We thank students, families and schools for their patience while this work continues. For the latest school bus information,…

We’re proud to be supporting SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY and Shorts Day again this year! Keep an eye out for our Stay ChatTY bus and Shorts Day posters in our buses, helping spark conversations and remind Tasmanians that staying connected and checking in on each other really matters. A big thank you to the Stay…

Metro Tasmania was proud to support COTA Tasmania’s Generations Connect Fun Day on 29 April 2026: a strong example of community connection in action. With over 1,100 attendees, the event brought together Tasmanians of all ages, creating opportunities for connection, participation, and shared experiences. It was also a great moment to see the launch of…

Some bus timetables across Greater Hobart will change from Sunday, 3 May 2026, as part of the Greater Hobart Network Review, led by the Department of State Growth.

Planning on travelling via Metro over the Easter period? See below for the timetables and opening hours our buses, Metro Shops and depots will be operating to between Friday 3 April to Wednesday 8 April.

As more Tasmanians look for easier and more affordable ways to get around, Metro is here to help keep people moving; to work, to the shops, to appointments, and everywhere in between. Whether you’re catching the bus every day or considering it for the first time, travelling with Metro is designed to be simple, practical…

Bus Driver Appreciation Day is a chance to recognise the people behind the wheel of Metro services — our Bus Operators — and the role they play in supporting everyday life across Tasmania.