Chartering a Bus
Sydney Buses offers a cost effective way for you to arrange transport for your event. We offer competitive rates for all types of hire needs including:
Availability
Availability of buses is subject to operational requirements, proposed usage and conditions of use.
Buses are only available outside of peak service times, between 9.30am and 2.30pm, and after 6pm.
Wheelchair accessible buses must only be requested when specifically required for your hiring needs.
Operating Area
Sydney Buses will hire out buses in areas within the following boundaries:
- In the north - South of the Hawkesbury River in Brooklyn and Putty Rd in Sackville,
- To the west - Bells Line of Road, Kurrajong, Great Western Highway Springwood and Warragamba Dam
- In the South - Camden, Waterfall and Royal National Park.
Booking Forms and Information
Contact your nearest charters office or fax a booking / quote form:
Find your nearest region by using the map here.
- Northern Region (Brookvale, Mona Vale & North Sydney)
Email: sta-charters-northern@sta.nsw.gov.au
Phone: (02) 9245 5202
Fax: (02) 9245 5205
- Western Region (Ryde & Willoughby)
Email: sta-charters-western@sta.nsw.gov.au
Phone: (02) 9941 6898
Fax: (02) 9941 6828
- Eastern Region (Port Botany, Randwick & Waverley)
Email: sta-charters-eastern@sta.nsw.gov.au
Phone: (02) 9399 9999
Fax: (02) 9298 6715
- Southern Region (Burwood, Kingsgrove & Leichhardt)
Email: sta-charters-southern@sta.nsw.gov.au
Phone: (02) 9582 3030
Fax: (02) 9582 3051
Capacity
The capacity of vehicles depends on the bus type.
- Rigid buses (standard) carry a maximum of 58 people (43 seated and 15 standing).
- Wheelchair accessible buses carry a maximum of 54 passengers (39 seated and 15 standing).
- Articulated ‘bendy’ buses carry a maximum of 64 - 69 people (44-49 seated and 20 standing).
Terms and conditions also apply, depending on the hiring type.