Category: Burnie

Have you noticed the “Get BusActive!” posters in our buses? They’re part of a study, conducted by the Menzies Institute for Medical Research. This research is all about uncovering the motivations behind bus travel and how it can positively impact physical activity. Originally launched as a pilot study in 2019, this initiative has now expanded…

Metro Tasmania will be providing additional Route 197 services from Monday 31 October. All Route 197 services will remain FREE. The route will be as normal. Timetable information can be found here: Burnie Network

Following the Tasmanian Government’s announcement on 4 March 2022, masks will still be required on public transport. Thanks for doing the right thing and keeping everyone safe by wearing a mask when you travel with us. Please be mindful that some passengers are exempt from wearing a mask. Where possible, keep a distance from other…

A reminder that Child/Student fares increased by 10 cents on 1 January this year. Child/Student fares are now: Cash – $1.90 Greencard – $1.52 This fare increase is set by Tasmanian Government policy.

MAIB and Metro are combining to offer people a safe and convenient alternative when planning travel to and from New Year’s Eve celebrations in Burnie, Hobart, and Launceston. MAIB Nightrider services will operate throughout the evening on major bus routes. $2 Flat fare offer Just $2 will buy you a single-trip ride on any service…

Metro is proud to play an important role in the daily life of a university student and is offering students free travel to start their semester. From Monday 16 July to Friday 20 July all students from the University of Tasmania’s Launceston and Cradle Coast campuses will be offered free travel on Metro bus services.…

It only takes $2 to be a Real Mate. Get home safely on New Year’s Eve with MAIB Nightrider! Thanks to the Motor Accidents Insurance Board (MAIB), Metro will operate late night services in Hobart, Launceston and Burnie this NYE. With $2 flat fares from 6pm, be a real mate and ensure you and your…

Metro is proud to play an important role in connecting people and communities, and is offering seniors a ticket to ride as a major sponsor of Seniors Week From Monday 16 October to Sunday 22 October 2017, Seniors Card holders with a Greencard can travel free on any Metro bus. Simply present your Greencard and…

Metro Shop and depot opening hours over the Easter holidays are as follows: Metro Shop: closed from Friday 14 April to Monday 17 April, resuming opening hours 9.00am- 6.00pm Tuesday 18 April. Metro information hotline: closed from Friday 14 April to Monday 17 April, resuming opening hours 7.00am-7.00pm Tuesday 18 April. Launceston and Burnie depots:…

Bus, car, walk or ride… how do you get where you’re going? The Menzies Institute for Medical Research want to know how Tasmanians get around to learn more about their everyday travel experiences. Your answers will help guide government, public transport providers, planners and developers in creating spaces and infrastructure that support healthy travel behaviours.…