SHARE ON FACEBOOK
SHARE ON X
SHARE ON PINTEREST
PRINT
SEND MAIL

Public transport

Broome

Copyright: Annie Spratt/unsplash
DESTINATIONS australia broome Tourist Information Public transport

Public transport

The town bus service, called Broome Explorer Bus, offers regular hourly services seven days a week 7:10am–7:10pm. The buses run between most accommodation and attractions around Broome including Chinatown and Cable Beach. Children under 16 years old ride free when accompanied by an adult. You can buy your ticket from the bus driver. The bus schedule changes seasonally.

Useful Information

Tourist Information

Passport / Visa Copyright: ConvertKit/unsplash
Passport / Visa
Unless you are a New Zealand citizen granted visa exemption on arrival (in most cases), you will need to obtain a visa prior to visiting Australia. Citizens of all European Union countries, as well as Andorra, Norway, Iceland, San Marino, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, and Vatican City are eligible for an eVisitor visa, which can …
Read more
Marine Stinger Safety Copyright: Will Turner/unsplash
Marine Stinger Safety
When swimming in Broome, pay attention to safety measures against two dangerous kinds of jellyfish: the Irukandji and the Box jellyfish. These jellyfish can cause severe health problems, and there have been lethal cases, although not in Broome. They are usually present when the water is warm, during the hot season and the nearby …
Read more
Best Time to Visit Copyright: Ben Carless/unsplash
Best Time to Visit
Generally, Broome has two seasons: the dry one, from April/May to September, is the best to visit the area; the wet season is very hot and rainy. Most tourists visit between June and August, when, in addition to warm weather and clear skies, it's possible to admire the whales migrating off the Northern shore. To …
Read more
Broome International Airport (BME) Copyright: Eduardo Velazco Guart/unsplash
Broome International Airport (BME)
Broome International Airport, an air travel hub of North Western Australia, is located 2 kilometres from the centre of town. There is no scheduled bus service from the airport, though hotels and resorts offer shuttle bus services. The cheapest transfer from the airport is to walk to Frederick Street and catch the Town Bus Service. Taxis …
Read more
Public transport Copyright: Annie Spratt/unsplash
Public transport
The town bus service, called Broome Explorer Bus, offers regular hourly services seven days a week 7:10am–7:10pm. The buses run between most accommodation and attractions around Broome including Chinatown and Cable Beach. Children under 16 years old ride free when accompanied by an adult. You can buy your ticket from the bus driver. The …
Read more
Taxi Copyright: Gustavo/unsplash
Taxi
Taxis are available at taxi ranks situated at the airport and outside Paspaley Plaza. You can also call and book a taxi from Broome Taxis (131 008) or Chinatown Taxis (+61 8 9192 …
Read more
Post Copyright: Simona Sergi/unsplash
Post
There are three post offices in Broome. Look for red signs and …
Read more
Pharmacy Copyright: Diana Polekhina/unsplash
Pharmacy
24h medical service is available at Broome Hospital and by phone. In an emergency, dial …
Read more
Telephone Copyright: Wesley Hilario/unsplash
Telephone
Country Code: +61 Area Code: …
Read more
Electricity Copyright: Mitchell Luo/unsplash
Electricity
Australia operates on a 230/240V supply voltage and 50Hz frequency. The country uses Type I power plugs, which feature two flat pins forming a 'V' shape, along with a grounding pin. This standard is also commonly used in New Zealand, Argentina, China, and several Pacific island nations. Remember to pack a universal adapter if …
Read more

Please don't close or refresh the page while we are processing your submission
Please be patient, this could take a few minutes.