To help you get to class, CDU offers a 28-seater student bus that travels on loop from campus to campus throughout the day and night.
If our timetable doesn't work for your classes, you can also use Darwin public transport. Visit our public transport page to learn more. Alternatively, parking facilities are also available at some campuses.
Timetable
Semester 2 and Summer Semester timetable
The CDU bus service is offered Monday to Friday. This service does not run on Public Holidays.
Times are subject to change
CDU Student Bus accessibility
Please note that the CDU Student Bus is not wheelchair-accessible and may not be suitable for people using walking frames or similar mobility aids.
- The bus does not have a lift for wheelchair access and there is no space for a wheelchair on board
- The entrance steps are 24cm high, with a railing on the right side only
- Seat width and aisle space will limit use of walking frames or prams
- The boot space is limited (55cm wide × 60cm high × 150cm long), suitable for a small foldable pram only
- There is only one entry/exit door at the front
We recommend considering these limitations when planning your travel.
Pick-up and drop-off locations
| Pick-up and drop-off point | Location |
|---|---|
| Student Central bus stop | The island adjacent to the regular bus stop |
| CLV | The CDU Campus Living Village office |
| UniLodge | Entry to Casuarina shopping centre car park next to Ultra Tune |
| Danala | ECP | Left hand corner of the building facing Litchfield Street |
Note: Find the CDU bus service signage at each pick-up/drop-off point.
Bus service FAQs
Who is allowed on the CDU bus service?
The CDU bus service is available for CDU students and CDU staff (when capacity allows).
What do I need to board the bus?
You must present your current student ID when boarding the CDU bus service. This is non-negotiable to ensure students are prioritised. If you don't have a current student ID, see Student ID to learn how to get one.
How many seats are available on the bus?
The CDU bus has 28-seats.
Who will be driving the bus?
The bus is driven by a contracted CDU security officer.
How do I know I'm boarding the right bus?
When you're at a CDU bus stop, keep an eye out for this CDU student bus logo.
What days is the bus service available?
The CDU bus service is offered Monday to Friday. This service does not run on Public Holidays.
Is the bus wheelchair-accessible?
The CDU Student Bus is not wheelchair-accessible and may not be suitable for people using walking frames or similar mobility aids.
- The bus does not have a lift for wheelchair access and there is no space for a wheelchair on board
- The entrance steps are 24cm high, with a railing on the right side only
- Seat width and aisle space will limit use of walking frames or prams
- The boot space is limited (55cm wide × 60cm high × 150cm long), suitable for a small foldable pram only
- There is only one entry/exit door at the front
We recommend considering these limitations when planning your travel.