Nov 15, 2024

Advice for passengers and road users across Sydney this weekend - From 15 November

Motorists and passengers are advised of changed traffic and travel conditions across Greater Sydney due to maintenance, project works and major events.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Up to five lanes on the Sydney Harbour Bridge deck will close for maintenance and upgrade works from tonight:

Friday 15 November: 9.30pm – 6.30am (five lanes)

Saturday 16 November: 9.30pm – 6.30am (five lanes)

Sunday 17 November: 9pm – 5am (five lanes)

Monday 18 November: 9pm – 5am (five lanes)

Tuesday 19 November: 9pm – 5am (five lanes)

Wednesday 20 November: 9pm – 5am (five lanes)

Thursday 21 November: 9pm – 5am (up to five lanes)

Motorists can use other lanes on the Sydney Harbour Bridge or drive through the Sydney Harbour Tunnel as an alternative route, noting tunnel closures below.

Sydney Harbour Tunnel

Motorists are advised that the Sydney Harbour Tunnel will be partially closed at certain times over the next week.

Friday 15 November: 10pm – 6am (one northbound lane)

Tuesday 19 November: 10.30pm – 5am (one northbound lane) and 10pm – 5am (one southbound lane)

Wednesday 20 November: 10.30pm – 5am (one northbound lane) and 10pm – 5am (one southbound lane)

Thursday 21 November: 10.30pm – 5am (one northbound lane) and 10pm – 5am (one southbound lane)

Warringah Freeway Upgrade

Motorists are advised of changed traffic conditions on the Warringah Freeway this weekend. Multiple temporary lane and ramp closures will be in place from 9.30pm Friday 15 November to 5am Monday 18 November. Traffic changes include:

Mount Street eastern on ramp to Cahill Expressway is closed continuously from 9.30pm Friday 15 November to 9pm Sunday 17 November. Motorists travelling from High Street or Mount Street to the Cahill Expressway will need to use the on ramp from Mount Street to the Bradfield Highway instead and detour through CBD, via the Grosvenor Street exit, Bridge Road, Macquarie Street to the Eastern Distributor.

High Street southbound on ramp to the Cahill Expressway is closed continuously from 10pm Friday 15 November to 5am Monday 18 November. Detour via Mount Street southbound on ramp.

Also, the Miller Street southbound on ramp continues to be closed from 10am to 6pm weekdays up to mid-December 2024. Motorists are advised to use either the Ernest Street or the Falcon Street on ramp. The on ramp may also be closed on some nights. Motorists should check signage and follow the detour.

Western Harbour Tunnel

Road users are advised of changed traffic conditions on Berry Street at North Sydney.

Temporary changes to signage and lane configuration will be made to the Berry Street on ramp and two northbound lanes of the Warringah Freeway at North Sydney on Friday 15 November from 9pm to 7am, weather permitting.

The Berry Street on ramp will be temporarily closed while the work is carried out. There will be a traffic detour via Arthur Street, Pacific Highway, Miller Street and Falcon Street.

Major events

Around 32,000 fans are expected at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday for the Men’s T20 International between Australia and Pakistan. Ticketholders are urged to plan their trip and travel on public transport is included in your ticket to the game.

Getting to the game: Trains and Metro services run regularly to Central where you can connect with light rail services to Moore Park. The Moore Park light rail stop is a short walk across from the SCG.  Plenty of regular route buses also make stops along Anzac Parade and Oxford Street nearby.

Due to industrial action, limited light rail services will run between Central and Randwick/ Kingsford from 7am to 7pm only. Buses will replace services before 7am and after 7pm. Light rail services will not run between Central and Circular Quay, use trains instead. Queues for light rail services may be long due to the reduced frequency, be patient and allow extra travel time.

If you're travelling from the city consider walking from Central to Moore Park instead. Shuttle buses will also supplement light rail services between Central Chalmers St and Moore Park from 4.30pm to 7.30pm.

Getting home after the game: Shuttle buses will run frequently from the Moore Park Bus Terminal outside the SCG back to Central from 9.30pm to 11.30pm. A very limited light rail service will run from Moore Park back to Central only. Light rail services will not run to Randwick or Kingsford. Queues for buses will be long so consider walking to Central instead. If you are travelling towards Randwick or Kingsford, catch light rail replacement buses from Anzac Pde near Lang Rd.

If you have to drive, expect delays on the approach to the precinct and carpool as parking will be in demand. Details of buses and parking options can be found on our event page.

Also on Saturday, large crowds are expected to see The Kid LAROI at CommBank Stadium and fans are encouraged to plan ahead and consider all the available travel options.

Public transport is included in your event ticket. Trains and buses run regularly to Parramatta Station, a 15-minute walk from the stadium. Some buses also make stops outside the stadium on O’Connell Street.

Traffic will be heavier than usual approaching the precinct as attendees travel to the concert. Parking in the area will be in high demand so if you're driving, plan to arrive early and allow extra travel time.

Testing and commissioning of the Parramatta Light Rail is continuing, with trams being tested along the line all day and into the night. Whether you’re walking, cycling or driving near the light rail, please be aware of your surroundings and know that trams can’t stop quickly or easily, or swerve to avoid you. Please remember to stop, listen and look around.

Public transport is the best way to get to and from all events. For more information on all events visit transportnsw.info.

Essential Trackwork

Blue Mountains – Buses will replace trains between Lithgow and Mount Victoria. Bathurst trains will run between Bathurst and Lithgow or Central. Daily from 9.40am to 4pm, buses also replace trains between Mount Victoria and Springwood.

Trains may run to a changed timetable and stopping pattern. Passengers are encouraged to allow extra travel time and plan ahead by visiting transportnsw.info/alerts or using trip planning apps.

For the latest traffic updates and to plan your trip, download the Live Traffic NSW App, visit livetraffic.com or call 132 701.

Light Rail

Sydney’s tram network has limited services running at normal speeds today (Friday) and tomorrow (Saturday) due to industrial action. The following reduced timetable will run:

L1 Dulwich Hill Line

From 7am-7pm: trams between Central Grand Concourse and Lilyfield run every 10mins (Fri) and every 15mins (Sat), buses run between Lilyfield and Dulwich Hill.

From 5am-7am & 7pm-1am, buses run between Central Grand Concourse and Dulwich Hill.

L2 Randwick Line

From 7am-7pm: trams between Central Chalmers Street and Randwick run every 10mins both Friday and Saturday.

From 5am-7am & 7pm-1am, buses run between Central Chalmers Street and Randwick.

No services between Central Chalmers Street and Circular Quay.

L3 Kingsford Line

From 7am-7pm: trams run between Central Chalmers Street and Juniors Kingsford every 10mins Friday and Saturday.

From 5am-7am & 7pm-1am, buses run between Central Chalmers Street and Juniors Kingsford.

No services between Central Chalmers Street and Circular Quay.

There may also be disruptions early on Sunday morning on all lines. Service information for Friday and Saturday will not appear in Journey Planner or travel apps. Customers should plan their trip, allow extra time and consider catching alternate transport or active travel.

Metro

On Sunday from 5.15pm, buses will replace metro services between Tallawong and Epping. Metro will continue to run between Epping and Sydenham.