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Regional Review

Our state has an extensive regional public transport network, with services operating in 19 contracted regions.

The South Australian Government has committed to reviewing regional public transport services. The goal is to provide access to integrated, accessible and effective public transport services that meet local needs.

Our Regional Review is focusing on identifying key needs and gaps in current services for regional communities. Our aim is to make sure regional residents can reach key destinations, including:

  • health
  • education
  • employment
  • social and recreational.

The review will recommend improvements for our regional public transport network. This ensures these communities are well-serviced and connected.

What we know about public transport in our regions

We understand that public transport across each region is unique in the services on offer and the community needs of the region. These are some of the considerations that will be front and centre for the review.

  • Bus is the primary mode of public transport in regional areas.
  • Bus services vary from region to region, with differing timetables and days of operation.
  • The network is designed to connect residents to major service centres, educational institutions and key retail hubs. This facilitates easier access to essential services.
  • The regional population landscape in South Australia is changing. Population growth is set to increase in the regions. However, we are also experiencing an increasing aging population.
  • We know some people need to travel long distances to access vital services.
  • Comfort and safety of passengers is important as buses on open roads travel at faster speeds.
  • Reaching a desired destination in the region can require transferring routes. It may also involve different ticketing arrangements across the public transport network.

Get involved

Consultation is open now. Have your say by Friday, 27 June 2025.

Find out how you can get involved in shaping the future of public transport in South Australia.