About proposed changes to NSW TrainLink coaches in the North Coast Region
Based on passenger feedback, we're proposing improvements to better connect you to where you need to go, when you need to go.
With new days and times of services, new stops, and new and improved routes, we want you to have your say and let us know your feedback.
These proposed changes are expected to come into effect in 2026.
Additional frequences and new services:
- Route 135 and 136 Broadmeadow to Taree and return will increase in frequency from Monday to Friday to daily, addition of Taree Manning Street and Newcastle Interchange stops.
- Enhanced service between Port Macquarie and Wauchope, providing both northbound and southbound connections. This enables journeys from North Coast and Queensland centres such as Grafton, Coffs Harbour, the northern rivers, Gold Coast and Brisbane to and from Port Macquarie for the first time.
- New Route AP1 to operate on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday between Armidale and Port Macquarie and return, providing an Armidale to North Coast connection three days per week. At Wauchope the coach connects with rail services giving access to and from Coffs Harbour, Grafton, the Northern Rivers, Gold Coast and Brisbane.
Some services amalgamated:
- Some routes servicing the far north coast have been simplified or amalgamated to reflect passenger demand, with the same levels of service retained for most destinations.
- Two locations have been removed from the network:
- Robina - to reflect passenger demand. Other local transport options exist for passengers to access Robina, including the Gold Coast bus network.
- Eltham - to reflect passenger demand.
Tell us what you think
Please click on a route from the list of services below for more detailed information about proposed changes. You can provide a star rating for the proposed change as well as comments with any additional feedback.
If you would like to give feedback back on more than one route, just simply submit a separate survey for each route.
