NightRider facts for kids

The Nightrider bus service is a special late-night bus service in Melbourne, Victoria. It helps people get home safely when other public transport, like trains and trams, have stopped running for the night.

What is the Nightrider Bus Service?

The Nightrider service is designed for people who are out late in Melbourne. It provides a way to travel between the city centre and many of Melbourne's outer suburbs. This service helps ensure everyone can get home, even in the early hours of the morning.

When Does Nightrider Run?

Nightrider buses run on weekend nights. They operate every 30 minutes.

• On Saturday mornings (after Friday night), buses run from 1:30 AM until 4:30 AM.
• On Sunday mornings (after Saturday night), buses run from 1:30 AM until 5:30 AM.

There are also services that go to the city. These run after midnight until around 3:30 AM on Saturdays and 4:30 AM on Sundays. Some routes might have extra services too.

Where Does Nightrider Go?

Nightrider buses connect the heart of Melbourne with its outer areas.

• The main city stop is at City Square on Swanston Street.
• From there, buses travel out to many different suburbs. This helps people living further away get home easily.