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Public transport routes

Distinct public-transport routes serving stops in the area (GTFS feeds).

About this measure

Source: Public transport timetables (GTFS) (State & territory transport agencies), 2026, CC BY 4.0 (WA: custom PTA licence). Explore the map below for local values.

Explore on the map

See how pt routes varies across Australia.

By statistical area 2 (sa2) By postcode By council (lga) By sub-region (sa3) By region (sa4) By capital city By state / territory By suburb / locality By federal electorate By state electorate

Highest areas

SA2 areas with the highest pt routes (latest data).

  1. Brisbane City 332
  2. Adelaide 249
  3. Fortitude Valley 211
  4. Newstead - Bowen Hills 169
  5. Sydney (South) - Haymarket 138
  6. Sydney (North) - Millers Point 116

Related indicators

Homes with no motor vehicle View → People working from home View → Commuting by public transport View → Public transport stops View → PT stops per 1,000 people View → Weekly PT departures per 1,000 people View → Walk to nearest stop (min) View → Drive time to the city (min) View → People reachable in 30 min by transit View → People reachable in 45 min by transit View → Transit time to the city (min) View →

Frequently asked questions

How is Public transport routes measured?

Distinct public-transport routes serving stops in the area (GTFS feeds). It is a count, so larger areas naturally record larger totals — compare it against population or area for a fair read.

How does Public transport routes vary across Australia?

Across the 2,454 SA2 areas with data, Public transport routes ranges from 0 to 332, with a typical (median) area at 7. Most areas cluster toward the lower end, with a smaller number of much higher areas stretching the range.

Where can I see Public transport routes for my area?

Use the interactive map to compare Public transport routes down to statistical area 2 (sa2) and postcode level, or search any suburb, postcode or council area to see its value in context against state and national figures.

Cite this page

State & territory transport agencies. (2026). Public transport routes [Public transport timetables (GTFS)]. CensusAtlas, used under CC BY 4.0 (WA: custom PTA licence). https://censusatlas.au/indicator/transit-route-count