The Armadale/Thornlie Line shut in November 2023 as part of METRONET's Victoria Park - Canning Level Crossing RemovalByford Rail Extension and Thornlie-Cockburn Link projects. During this time, rail revitalisation works will also be taking place between Kenwick and Sherwood.

With the opening of the Thornlie-Cockburn Line, the Armadale Line between Cannignton and Perth stations will reopen on Monday 9 June 2025. 

Trains will operate between Cannington and Perth stations and replacement bus routes 230 and 908 will be withdrawn. There will also be changes to surrounding bus services.

Passengers are encouraged to continue to plan ahead until the remainder of the line reopens. 

Information on these service changes can be found below.

Major changes to train services

During the remainder of the shutdown, services will operate as follows: 

 

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  • Train replacement buses will run between Armadale and Cannington stations
  • Trains will operate between Cannington and Perth stations 
  • There will be changes to Optus Stadium special event services. 

Train Services –Cannington to Perth 

Train services between Cannington and Perth stations will operate at an increased frequency of approximately 7.5 minutes during the day and 15 minutes in the evenings. 

Bus Timetables

Timetable Service Number (Routes)
Bus Timetable 3 
 
219 - Armadale Station to Kelmscott Station via Albany Hwy
220 - Armadale Station to Perth via Albany Hwy
221 - Armadale Station to Cannington via Albany Hwy (Limited Stops)
Bus Timetable 10 529 - Cockburn Central Station to Armadale Station via Armadale Rd
Bus Timetable 88 51 - Perth to Cannington Station via Orrong Rd
Bus Timetable 90 36 - Airport Central Station to Cannington Station via Kewdale
37 - Airport Central Station to East Victoria Park via Belmont Forum Shopping Centre
38 - Perth to Cloverdale via Shepperton Rd and Belmont Forum Shopping Centre
39 - Perth to Redcliffe Station via Star St and Belmont Forum Shopping Centre
Bus Timetable 208 930 - Perth to Thornlie Station via Shepperton Rd and Albany Hwy
930X - Limited Perth to Thornlie Station via Shepperton Rd and Albany Hwy 
Bus Timetable 216 907 - Cannington to Armadale Station (Limited Stops)


New Thornlie-Cockburn Line stations may now be an option for some passengers, with buses operating from Thornlie, Nicholson and Ranford Road stations. For more information visit the Thornlie-Cockburn Line page, or plan your journey using the Transperth JourneyPlanner. 

Station Information

Victoria Park Station

Routes 38, 39, 930 and 930X service suburbs near Victoria Park Station. 

To Perth:

  • Catch a train from Victoria Park to Perth Station.

To Armadale:

  • Catch a train from Victoria Park Station to Cannington Station, then transfer to Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stand 13, or Route 221 (Limited Stops) from Stand 12 to Armadale Station.

To Westfield Carousel:

  • Catch a train from Victoria Park to Cannington Station
  • If you don't wish to walk from Cannington Station when you arrive, then you can catch Routes 34, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, 224, 225 or 925 to Westfield Carousel.

Carlisle Station

Routes 38, 39, 51, 284, 930 and 930X service suburbs near Carlisle Station.

To Perth:

  • Catch a train from Carlisle Station to Perth Station.

To Armadale:

  • Catch a train from Carlisle Station to Cannington Station, then transfer to Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stand 13, or Route 221 (Limited Stops) from Stand 12 to Armadale Station
  • Catch Route 930 or 930X from Stop No. 10148 on Shepperton Rd to Westfield Carousel, then transfer to Route 221 (Limited Stops) to Armadale Station.

To Westfield Carousel:

  • Catch a train from Carlisle Station to Cannington Station
  • If you don't wish to walk from Cannington Station when you arrive, then you can catch Routes 34, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, 224, 225 or 925 to Westfield Carousel
  • Catch Routes 930 or 930X from Stop No. 10148 on Shepperton Rd to Westfield Carousel.

Oats Street Station

Routes 37, 38, 39, 51, 176, 282, 283, 285, 930, 930X, 998 and 999 service suburbs near Oats Street Station.

To Perth:

  • Catch a train from Oats Street Station to Perth Station.

To Armadale:

  • Catch a train from the new Oats Street Station to Cannington Station, then transfer to Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stand 13, or Route 221 (Limited Stops) from Stand 12 to Armadale Station.

To Westfield Carousel:

  • Catch a train from the new Oats Street Station to Cannington Station
  • If you don't wish to walk from Cannington Station when you arrive, then you can catch Routes 34, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, 224, 225 or 925 to Westfield Carousel
  • Route 930 or 930X from Stop No. 27576 on Shepperton Rd to Westfield Carousel.

Welshpool Station

Routes 282 and 283 service suburbs near Welshpool Station. 

Welshpool Station has permanently closed.

To Perth:

  • Route 282 or 283 from Stop 13714 on Welshpool Rd to Elizabeth Quay Bus Station.

To Armadale:

  • Route 282 or 283 from Stop No.13714 on Welshpool Rd to the new Oats Street Station, then catch a train to Cannington Station and transfer to Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stand 13, or Route 221 (Limited Stops) from Stand 12 to Armadale Station. 

To Westfield Carousel:

  • Route 282 or 283 from Stop No. 13714 on Welshpool Rd to Oats Street Station, then catch a train to Cannington Station
  • If you don't wish to walk from Cannington Station when you arrive, then you can catch Routes 34, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, 224, 225 or 925 to Westfield Carousel.

Queens Park Station

Routes 36, 51 and 222 service suburbs near Queens Park Station. 

To Perth:

  • Catch a train from Queens Park Station to Perth Station.

To Armadale:

  • Catch a train from Queens Park Station to Cannington Station, then transfer to Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stand 13, or Route 221 (Limited Stops) from Stand 12 to Armadale Station.

To Westfield Carousel:

  • Catch a train to Cannington Station, then either walk approximately 450 metres or catch Routes 34, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, 224, 225 or 925 to Westfield Carousel.

Cannington Station

Routes 34, 36, 51, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, 220, 221, 224, 225, 280, 907,925, 930 and 930X service suburbs near Cannington Station. 

To Perth:

  • Catch a train from Cannington Station to Perth Station. 

To Armadale:

  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stand 13 to Armadale Station
  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) from Stand 12 to Armadale Station.

To Westfield Carousel:

Walk approximately 450 metres from Cannington Station, alternatively you can catch:  

  • Routes 34, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, and 925 will drop you on Cecil Av
  • Routes 202, 203, 207, 208 and 925 will drop you on Albany Hwy
  • Routes 224, 225, 229 and 280 will drop you on Grose Av.

Thornlie Station

Routes 208, 212, 213, 214, 215, 216, 228, 930 and 930X service suburbs near Thornlie Station. 

To Perth:

  • Catch a Thornlie-Cockburn Line train from Thornlie Station to Perth Station.

To Armadale:

  • Catch a Thornlie-Line train to Cannington Station and transfer to Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stand 13, or Route 221 (Limited Stops) from Stand 12 to Armadale Station
  • Catch a Thornlie-Line train to Beckenham Station and transfer to Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop 13592 to Armadale Station
  • Route 930 or 930X from Thornlie Station (Stand 4) to Westfield Carousel, cross the road to Stop No. 10163 and transfer to Route 221 to Armadale Station
  • Route 208 from Thornlie Station (Stand 3) to Westfield Carousel, cross the road to Stop No. 10163 and transfer to Route 221 to Armadale Station
  • Route 208 from Thornlie Station (Stand 3) to Cannington Station, then transfer to Route 907 (Stand 13) to Armadale Station
  • Route 215 or 216 to Gosnells Station, then transfer to Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stand 3 to Armadale Station.

To Westfield Carousel:

  • Catch a Thornlie-Cockburn Line train from Thornlie Station to Cannington Station
  • Route 930 or 930X from Thornlie Station (Stand 4) to Westfield Carousel
  • Route 208 from Thornlie Station (Stand 3) to Westfield Carousel.

To Optus Stadium:

  • Catch a Thornlie-Cockburn Line train from Thornlie Station to Perth Stadium Station.

Beckenham Station

Thornlie-Cockburn Line trains stop at Beckenham Station.

Routes, 220, 221, 224, 225, 229, 280 and 907 service suburbs near Beckenham Station. 

To Perth:

  • Catch a Thornlie-Cockburn Line train from Beckenham Station to Perth Station.

To Armadale:

  • Catch Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 13592 on Sevenoaks St to Armadale Station.

To Westfield Carousel:

  • Catch a Thornlie-Cockburn Line train to Cannington Station
  • Passengers east of Beckenham Station may find Routes 202, 203, 229 or 280 direct to Westfield Carousel a better option.

Kenwick Station

Routes 220, 221, 229 and 907 service suburbs near Kenwick Station. 

To Perth:

  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) or Route 220 from Stop No. 10040 on Albany Hwy to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Station
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 10040 on Albany Hwy to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Station.

To Armadale:

  • Route 221, 907 (both Limited Stops) or Route 220 from Stop No. 10170 on Albany Hwy to Armadale Station

To Westfield Carousel:

  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) or Route 220 from Stop No. 10040 on Albany Hwy to Westfield Carousel
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 10040 on Albany Hwy to Cannington Station and then either walk approximately 450 metres to Westfield Carousel or cor catch Routes 34, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, 224, 225 and 925 to Westfield Carousel.

To Optus Stadium:

  • Route 907 from Stop No. 10040 on Albany Hwy and transfer to the train at Cannington Station to Perth Stadium Station.

Maddington Station

Routes 209, 210, 220, 221, 228, 229, 279 and 907 service suburbs near Maddington Station. 

To Perth:

  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) or Route 220 from Stop No. 10034 on Albany Hwy (near Maddington Station) to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Station
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 10034 to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Station
  • Route 210 from Stop No. 13464 on Kelvin Road to Nicholson Road Station, then catch a train to Perth Station
  • Route 209 from Stop No. 13464 on Kelvin Road to Murdoch Station, then catch the train to Perth Underground Station.

To Armadale:

  • Routes 221, 907 (both Limited Stops) or Route 220 from Stop No. 10176 on Albany Hwy to Armadale Station.

To Westfield Carousel:

  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) or Route 220 from Stop No. 10034 on Albany Hwy to Westfield Carousel
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 10034 on Albany Hwy to Cannington Station and either walk approximately 450 metres to Westfield Carousel or catch Routes 34, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, 224, 225, and 925 to Westfield Carousel.

To Optus Stadium:

  • Route 221 or 907 from Stop No. 10034 on Albany Hwy and transfer to the train at Cannington Station to Perth Stadium Station.

Gosnells Station

Routes 215, 216, 220, 221, 228, 231, 232, 233 and 907 service suburbs near Gosnells Station. 

To Perth:

  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 10025 on Albany Hwy (near Gosnells Station) Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Station
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Gosnells Station (Stand 3) to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Station
  • Route 233 from Gosnells Station (Stand 2) to Cockburn Central Station, then catch the train to Perth Underground Station
  • Route 220 from Stop No. 10025 on Albany Hwy (near Gosnells Station) to Perth Busport.

To Armadale:

  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) or Route 220 from Stop No. 10184 on Albany Hwy to Armadale Station
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Gosnells Station (Stand) 5 to Armadale Station.

To Westfield Carousel:

  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) or Route 220 from Stop No. 10025 on Albany Hwy to Westfield Carousel
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Gosnells Station (Stand 3) to Cannington Station and either walk approximately 450 metres to Westfield Carousel or catch Routes 34, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, 224, 225 and 925 to Westfield Carousel.

To Optus Stadium:

  • Route 221 from Stop No. 10025 on Albany Hwy and transfer to the train at Cannington Station to Perth Stadium Station.
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Gosnells Station (Stand 3) to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Stadium Station.

Seaforth Station

Routes 220, 221, 231, 232 and 907 service suburbs near Seaforth Station.

To Perth:

  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 10020 on Albany Hwy (next to Seaforth Station) to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Station
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 19083 on Seaforth Av (near Seaforth Station) to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Station
  • Route 220 from Stop No. 10020 on Albany Hwy (near Seaforth Station) to Perth Busport.

To Armadale:

  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) or Route 220 from Stop No. 10189 on Albany Hwy to Armadale Station
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 19084 on Seaforth Av (near Seaforth Station) to Armadale Station.

To Westfield Carousel:

  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) or Route 220 from Stop No. 10020 on Albany Hwy to Westfield Carousel
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 19083 on Seaforth Av to Cannington Station and either walk approximately 450 metres or catch Routes 34, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, 224, 225 and 925 to Westfield Carousel.

To Optus Stadium:

  • Route 221 from Stop No. 10020 on Albany Hwy (outside Seaforth Station) and transfer to a train at Cannington Station to Perth Stadium Station
  • Route 907 from Stop No. 10983 on Seaforth Av to Cannington Station, then transfer onto a train to Perth Stadium Station.

Kelmscott Station

Routes 219, 220, 221, 240, 241, 243, 244, 245 and 907 service suburbs near Kelmscott Station. 

To Perth:

  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 10011 on Albany Hwy adjacent to Kelmscott Station to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Station
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Kelmscott Station (Stand 1) to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Station
  • Route 220 from Stop No. 10010 on Albany Hwy adjacent to Kelmscott Station to Perth Busport.
     

To Armadale:

  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Kelmscott Station (Stand 5) to Armadale Station
  • Route 219 from Kelmscott Station (Stand 4) to Armadale Station
  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) or Route 220 from Stop No. 10198 on Albany Hwy opposite Kelmscott Station to Armadale Station.

To Westfield Carousel:

  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) or Route 220 from Stop No. 10011 on Albany Hwy adjacent to Kelmscott Station to Westfield Carousel
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Kelmscott Station (Stand 1) to Cannington Station and either walk approximately 450 metres or catch Routes 34, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, 224, 225 and 925 to Westfield Carousel.

To Optus Stadium:

  • Route 221 from Stop No. 10011 on Albany Hwy adjacent to Kelmscott Station and transfer to the train at Cannington Station to Perth Stadium Station
  • Route 907 from Kelmscott Station (Stand 1) to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Stadium Station.

Challis Station

Routes 219, 220, 221, 244 and 907 service suburbs near Challis Station. 

To Perth: 

  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 22063 on Railway Av (next to Challis Station) to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Station.

To Armadale: 

  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 13059 on Railway Av (near Challis Station) to Armadale Station.

To Westfield Carousel: 

  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 22063 to Cannington Station and either walk approximately 450 metres or catch Routes 34, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, 224, 225 and 925 to Westfield Carousel.

To Optus Stadium: 

  • Route 907 from stop No. 22063 on Railway Av (opposite Challis Station) to Cannington Station, then transfer to a train at Cannington Station to Perth Stadium Station.

Sherwood Station

Routes 219, 220, 221, 244 and 907 service suburbs near Sherwood Station. 

To Perth: 

  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 22064 on Railway Av (outside Sherwood Station) to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Station.

To Armadale: 

  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 13060 on Railway Av (outside Sherwood Station) to Armadale Station.

To Westfield Carousel:

  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stop No. 22064 to Cannington Station and either walk approximately 450 metres or catch Routes 34, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, 224, 225 and 925 to Westfield Carousel.

To Optus Stadium: 

  • Route 907 from stop No. 22063 on Railway Av (opposite Sherwood Station) to Cannington Station, then transfer to the train at Cannington Station to Perth Stadium Station. 

Armadale Station

Routes 219, 220, 221, 243, 244, 245, 250, 251, 252, 253, 254, 519, 529, and 907 service suburbs near Armadale Station.

To Perth: 

  • Route 529 from Armadale Station (Stand 5) to Cockburn Central Station then catch a train to Perth Underground Station
  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) from Armadale Station (Stand 3) to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Station
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Armadale Station (Stand 2) to Cannington Station, then catch a train to Perth Station
  • Route 220 from Armadale Station (Stand 3) to Perth Busport.

To Westfield Carousel: 

  • Route 221 (Limited Stops) or Route 220 from Armadale Station (Stand 3) to Westfield Carousel
  • Route 907 (Limited Stops) from Stand 2 to Cannington Station and either walk approximately 450 metres or catch Routes 34, 72, 100, 177, 200, 202, 203, 207, 208, 224, 225 and 925 to Westfield Carousel.

To Armadale Hospital:

  • Route 219 from Armadale Station (Stand 3) to Armadale Hospital
  • Route 220 from Armadale Station (Stand 3) to Armadale Hospital (Please note that only selected trips deviate into the Hospital Campus, please refer to the timetable for more information)

To Optus Stadium: 

  • Route 221 or 907 from Armadale Station and transfer to the train at Cannington Station to Perth Stadium Station.

Using bus services

Since buses operate on roads instead of dedicated tracks, they take longer and are affected by traffic. During the remainder of the shutdown, you will need to allow extra travel time. It is also important to note that regular timetabled services may not connect with all services.

If you are unsure about where your new bus stop is, you can check our Station Access Maps, or speak to one of our friendly staff.

Due to restricted space, bicycles are not permitted on Transperth buses, including these additional services. Secure bike shelters are available at many locations, for more information visit cycling to stations. eRideables may be carried on board as long as they are folded and no larger than 120cm x 68cm x 40cm. 

Accessibility

All bus stops serviced by routes introduced as part of this shutdown, including the three temporary bus stations, are accessible and comply with the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport. 

All Transperth buses are Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliant to support accessibility. 

Mobility aids such as wheelchairs or motorised scooters need to meet specifications to be used on the Transperth network. 

In the case that a wheelchair or scooter is too big to be taken on the bus, alternative transport services are available: 

Taxi User Subsidy Scheme The Taxi User Subsidy Scheme (TUSS) is a subsidy available to certain eligible people with disability travelling in on-demand rank or hail (taxi) vehicles. TUSS participants can receive up to 75% off eligible taxi fares. 

1300 660 147
About the TUSS reform

Commonwealth Home Care Support Program (CHSP) The CHSP provides entry-level support for older people, including transport. 1800 200 422
myagedcare.gov.au
St John Community Transport and Patient Transfer Community Transport provides a door-to-door service to people who are unable to use public transport or their own means of transportation. Patient Transfer Services offers low, medium and high acuity transport dependent upon the patient's needs. (08) 9334 1222
stjohnwa.com.au/ambulance-and-health-services/transport-services
 

If you require special assistance, please call 1800 800 022 at least one hour before you travel.

Changes to Optus Stadium Events

During the remainder of the shutdown, there will be changes to special event services at Optus Stadium.

Train services

  • Train replacement buses will run between Armadale and Cannington stations
  • Trains will continue to operate between Perth and Cannington stations, including Perth Stadium Station
  • Beckenham passengers will be able to catch a Thornlie-Cockburn Line train to Perth Stadium Station

Event bus services

  • Route 651 and 660 between Armadale Station and Perth Stadium Bus Station will be withdrawn. Catch Route 907 and transfer to the train at Cannington Station.
  • Route 656 will operate from Southlands Boulevarde Shopping Centre in Willetton, passengers in Canning Vale can catch a direct train to Stadium Station from Ranford Road or Nicholson Road Stations.
     

Free Travel

We’re providing free travel to eligible Armadale Line passengers during the remainder of the shutdown, in recognition of the inconvenience caused. 

To see if you're eligible, visit our Free Travel Entitlement page, and simply search your SmartRider number.

How can I prepare for the shutdown?

The ArmadaleLine is Transperth’s third busiest train line. Even with a comprehensive bus network, priority bus lanes and other upgrades in place, travel times will be longer.

Passengers should plan ahead before travelling.

Familiarise yourself with the different route options. For passengers close to Cannington Station, you may consider cycling to this station and transferring to the train. For information about cycling to our stations visit Cycling to Stations

For the most up-to-date information about the shutdown, sign up to My Account via our website or app and subscribe to receive email or app notifications. 

For up-to-date traffic information such as traffic congestions and travel times for different routes, Main Roads have developed a new app Traffic ALT that will support drivers during the shutdown. The app is availabe for download on iOS and Andriod devices.  

FAQs

Why are these disruptions to the Armadale Line happening?

The 130-year-old train line is set to be transformed through three significant METRONET projects: Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal, Byford Rail Extension, and the connection of the new Thornlie-Cockburn Line. There will also be rail revitalisation works between Kenwick and Sherwood stations. 

The transformation will deliver Perth’s first major elevated rail designed to improve road safety, create new and versatile public open space for the community and reduce traffic congestion. This will see the removal of 13 level crossings and building of seven new stations. 

Is the entire line closed?

No, train services between Cannington and Perth stations are operating.

What services are impacted?

Armadale Line train services between Armadale and Cannington stations are cancelled.

Train services continue to operate between Cannington and Perth stations.

A comprehensive bus network is operating throughout the shutdown to the Perth CBD and local destinations, to support existing timetabled services operating in impacted suburbs.

Since buses operate on roads instead of dedicated tracks, they take longer and are affected by traffic. Some road modification works, such as installation of bus priority lanes on busy routes and modifications to right turns along key corridors have been implemented to improve traffic flow and the reliability of services.

How were the bus routes planned?

The introduction of new routes and improvements to existing bus routes were carefully planned based on patronage data, passenger research and traffic modelling. It is important to note that the supporting bus network was built to complement existing bus services and provide passengers with options and choice wherever possible. 

Services have been designed to maximise community benefit and utilise existing capacity on the timetabled bus network. 

How much longer will my journey take?

There is no single answer to this question as everyone's journey is different.

However, we know that travel times will increase and encourage all passengers to use the Transperth JourneyPlanner. Consider that there may be multiple services that suit your needs, including transferring to another train line. 

How will pedestrians cross the existing tracks?

Pedestrian crossings at some train stations may be closed at points during the shutdown to facilitate construction works safely. This has been considered in the planning of bus routes and there will be service coverage on both sides of the track. We ask passengers to follow traffic management and signage at crossing points during the remainder of the shutdown.  

Are all of the stations closed during the remainder of the shutdown?

The stations that are being rebuilt as part of the METRONET program closed to the public on 20 November for demolition and construction works.

With the opening of the Thornlie-Cockburn Line, part of the Armadale Line will be re-opening from Monday 9 June 2025.

Facilities at stations not being rebuilt will be open including bus stands, parking, public toilets and staff facilities. Please refer to the station access maps.

Is there be parking at stations and bus stops?

There will be no special parking at replacement bus stops.

However, some Transperth parking will continue to be available at Armadale, Sherwood, Challis, Kelmscott, Seaforth, Gosnells, Maddington and Kenwick stations.

For some passengers, parking at stations on alternative lines such as Aubin Grove Station (Mandurah Line) and High Wycombe Station and Redcliffe Station (Airport Line) may be an option as these stations currently have additional parking capacity.

Standard parking fees apply using SmartParker or Pay by Plate. For more information of parking at Transperth stations visit Parking.

What is the purpose of the temporary bus stations?

Two temporary bus stations, located near Cannington Station and at Armadale Station, in addition to a temporary bus interchange at Victoria Park Station, will accommodate the increased number of buses in use during the shutdown.

I currently catch the first/last train of the day, will bus services operate to get me to/from Perth at those times?

Yes, as part of the planning process Transperth will provide services to align with the current first/last service operated by trains.

Passengers should note that as buses take longer, depending on the trip you are currently taking, your journey start or finish time will either be earlier or later than your current journey. 

How will I identify replacement bus stops?

Some bus stops at or near stations will move. Wayfinding signage has been installed at stations where applicable and replacement bus stops will be clearly signposted.

Station Access Maps will also be updated to guide passengers.

Limited stops services will only stop at designated bus stops. All stops services will also stop at regular bus stops along the line. 

What happens if I need to catch a connecting bus or train service?

Buses do take longer than trains and are affected by traffic conditions. As a result, buses may not connect with timetabled bus or train services. Passengers are encouraged to allow additional travel time during the shutdown.

Will roads surrounding the Armadale Line be affected?

Surrounding roads on the Armadale Line are expected to be busier than usual. If you are thinking of driving, please allow additional travel time and be patient.

For up-to-date information on road closures and incidents, go to travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au.

Has the safety of passengers been considered?

Yes, during the shutdown additional security vehicles with Transit Officers and Bus Security Officers will be deployed along the network. CCTV cameras at train stations and bus interchanges that are not being demolished will remain active and monitored as appropriate. Fencing will be installed to separate construction zones, closed station infrastructure and track from pedestrians and vehicles.

Will replacement bus timetables consider school students?

Yes, school students have been considered as part of this shutdown, with the data analysed on how many students currently catch services along the Armadale Line and provision made to allow for additional capacity at peak school times.

Where is the train replacement stop at my station?

If you are unsure about where your nearest bus stop is, look out for signage at the station or check our Station Access maps: Stations & Maps (transperth.wa.gov.au) 

Do I still need to pay a fare during the disruption?

Yes, you will need to tag on and off with your SmartRider or pay a cash fare.

Can I take my bicycle or eRideable on train replacement services?

Due to restricted space, bicycles are not permitted on Transperth services. Secure bike shelters are available at many locations, for more information visit cycling to stations. All eRideables must be folded up and sized within specified dimensions. For more information visit Taking items on board

What is the Armadale Line Active Travel program?

During the shutdown, the Department of Transport is working with schools, the community and local governments to encourage people to avoid traffic congestion by walking, wheeling and riding for local trips when they can. To find out more, including maps and resources and information visit Armadale Line Active Travel

Where can I find more information?

We encourage passengers to sign up for My Alerts through My Account on the website or app. To plan your journey, visit the JourneyPlanner or call the InfoLine 13 62 13.

For project updates register on the METRONET website.

Download the official Transperth app

Free, up-to-date public transport information within the Perth metro area, now with live bus tracking. Available for Android and iOS.

My Alerts

Sign-up to My Account and activate My Alerts to receive email notifications of changes or disruptions to your services.

If you already have an account, Go to My Account.

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