Expanded Broome bus services secured with $14 million investment

The State Government will continue and expand TransBroome bus services supported by a $14.2 million commitment in the State Budget 2026-27.

After the Broome Explorer Bus Service ceased operations in August last year, the State Government stepped in to provide a temporary town bus service to ensure residents and visitors weren't left without access to public transport.

As a result, TransBroome services were expanded to absorb the former Broome Explorer Bus route travelling between Cable Beach, Chinatown and Town Beach.

The service has since helped Broome residents stay connected to employment and essential services, while ensuring tourists and visitors can access key attractions and local businesses.

Patronage has been strong since the service transitioned to the Public Transport Authority (PTA), with up to 24 passengers per trip on average during peak times.

As part of the commitment, the PTA will purchase four additional buses to operate in Broome, establish a new bus depot and deliver essential infrastructure upgrades.

The service will also be expanded to include Roebuck Estate, Broome North, more of Cable Beach, and Broome Airport. Services will also be increased during the peak tourist season.

New ticketing systems will also be installed on each bus, allowing for payments by SmartRider and bank cards in line with Perth and other regional towns.

For further information about the service, including its current timetable, please visit https://www.transregional.wa.gov.au/broome.