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Transit time to the city (min)

Public-transport + walking time, in minutes, from the area to its capital city centre on a weekday morning (R5 over the GTFS schedules + OpenStreetMap network). Blank where no scheduled service connects the area to the city.

About this measure

Source: Transit accessibility (GTFS + OpenStreetMap, via R5) (State transport agencies & OpenStreetMap contributors), 2026, ODbL 1.0 + CC BY. Explore the map below for local values.

Explore on the map

See how transit to city varies across Australia.

By statistical area 2 (sa2) By suburb / locality

Highest areas

SA2 areas with the highest transit to city (latest data).

  1. Liverpool - West 89
  2. Epping - East 89
  3. Donvale - Park Orchards 89
  4. Bayswater North 89
  5. Hillside 89
  6. Point Cook - South 89

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 → Public transport routes 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 →

Frequently asked questions

How is Transit time to the city (min) measured?

Public-transport + walking time, in minutes, from the area to its capital city centre on a weekday morning (R5 over the GTFS schedules + OpenStreetMap network). Blank where no scheduled service connects the area to the city. It is calculated as a percentage of the relevant population or dwellings, so it can be compared fairly between large and small areas.

How does Transit time to the city (min) vary across Australia?

Across the 1,022 SA2 areas with data, Transit time to the city (min) ranges from 4 to 89, with a typical (median) area at 59. Most areas cluster toward the higher end, with a tail of much lower areas.

Where can I see Transit time to the city (min) for my area?

Use the interactive map to compare Transit time to the city (min) down to statistical area 2 (sa2) and suburb / locality level, or search any suburb, postcode or council area to see its value in context against state and national figures.

Cite this page

State transport agencies & OpenStreetMap contributors. (2026). Transit time to the city (min) [Transit accessibility (GTFS + OpenStreetMap, via R5)]. CensusAtlas, used under ODbL 1.0 + CC BY. https://censusatlas.au/indicator/transit-time-to-cbd-min