Brisbane’s public transport system is about to undergo a major transformation, with the highly anticipated Brisbane Metro set to begin permanent operations in January 2025.
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After a successful four-week trial between UQ and Eight Mile Plains, the new Metro services will officially launch, bringing fully-electric, state-of-the-art transport options to the city.
For residents in Yeronga, Fairfield, and the wider Brisbane area, this marks a significant shift in how people will travel around the city. New and redesigned routes will improve access to key destinations, including the Princess Alexandra Hospital, making it easier for locals to connect with central Brisbane and other key hubs.
Metro Services and New Routes
The Brisbane Metro will feature two key services:
– Metro 1: Connecting Eight Mile Plains to Roma Street
– Metro 2: Running from RBWH (Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital) to UQ (University of Queensland)
In addition, five new routes will help expand connectivity across Brisbane:
– Route 26: Upper Mt Gravatt station (Garden City) to RBWH via Woolloongabba and Fortitude Valley
– Route 127: Indooroopilly to Fairfield Gardens Shopping Centre via Yeronga
– Route 182: Upper Mt Gravatt station (Garden City) to Holland Park West
– Route 197: Stephens Road to City Shuttle
For those in Yeronga and Fairfield, the new Route 127 is particularly noteworthy. It will provide a direct link from Indooroopilly to Fairfield Gardens Shopping Centre via Yeronga, offering a more efficient and reliable travel option for shopping, services, and commuting. The introduction of Route 172, connecting Upper Mt Gravatt to PA Hospital via Yeronga, will also be a key improvement for those needing easy access to the hospital.
Improved Connections to PA Hospital
The PA Hospital Station will become a central hub in the new Metro network, with several redesigned suburban routes connecting to it. These changes are set to make it much easier for residents from surrounding suburbs to travel to and from the hospital. Routes like 105, 110, and 113 will link areas such as Indooroopilly, Inala, and Mt Gravatt to PA Hospital, making healthcare access more convenient for those in the area.
Wider Brisbane Impact
While the changes will be most immediately felt in Yeronga and Fairfield, the wider Brisbane area will see substantial benefits as well. Starting on 28 January, the Metro will replace the popular Route 66, running from UQ to RBWH, with the new Metro services, offering faster, more frequent connections. This change will coincide with the start of Term 1, bringing enhanced options for students, commuters, and anyone traveling through these major areas.
Looking ahead to 2025, further expansions of the Brisbane Metro network are planned, including new connections, such as the M1 Metro Line linking Eight Mile Plains to Roma Street. A new tunnel under Adelaide Street will also be introduced, adding even more capacity and convenience to the system.
Future Expansion Plans
The Brisbane Metro network is expected to continue growing in the coming years, with future expansions north to Carseldine, east to Capalaba, south to Springwood, and even to Brisbane’s airport. These ongoing upgrades will continue to improve travel times, ease congestion, and offer Brisbane residents a more modern, efficient public transport system.
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For Yeronga, Fairfield, and the rest of Brisbane, the launch of the Brisbane Metro marks a new era of improved connectivity, making travel around the city easier, faster, and more sustainable. As the Metro expands, it will become an even more integral part of Brisbane’s transportation landscape.
Published 2-December-2024
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