Bus driver training Sydney

New South Wales

Powered by Transit Systems NSW, we provide comprehensive training to help you become a skilled and confident bus driver. Our experienced instructors ensure you receive the best training possible, whether you're just starting out or an experienced HR driver looking for a new career journey. Join us to discover how our bus driver training is leading the way, and let's keep Sydney moving together.

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Man in blue shirt and orange safety vest labeled Student stands next to bus on sunny day.
Smiling older man playing table tennis indoors, holding paddle and hitting the ball.
Sydney Harbour Bridge with a bus, ferry, and Sydney Opera House in the background at sunset.
Smiling bus driver wearing an orange safety vest stands with arms crossed in front of buses.
Two men in safety vests sitting at a table, smiling and chatting in a break room.
Man in a high-visibility vest writing with a pen at a meeting table with papers and another man.
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Our programs

Bus Driver
Ready Program
For the new generation
of bus drivers
Embark on a rewarding journey as a professional bus driver with our comprehensive course designed for individuals with no prior bus driving experience and those upgrading from a regular driver's licence. Gain the essential skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to navigate the roads safely. Led by experienced instructors, this course offers hands-on training, theoretical lessons, and practical simulations to prepare you for success behind the wheel. Whether you're starting anew or taking your driving career to the next level, our program is your ticket to a fulfilling career in the bus industry!
includes:
No experience necessary
Upgrade from a normal driver's licence
Earn while you learn
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Accelerated Driver
Ready Program
For experienced drivers
with a HR licence
Ready to fast-track your bus driving career? Our Accelerated Bus Driving Course is tailor-made for experienced drivers holding a HR Licence. Cruise through the basics and dive straight into advanced techniques, route mastery, and specialised skills to excel behind the wheel. Elevate your expertise and accelerate your journey towards success with our intensive program designed for seasoned drivers like you!
includes:
Use your current HR licence
Earn while you learn
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Ready to start your journey as a bus driver?

Apply for a Transit Systems bus driver role and get paid right from the start of your Transit Academy training. No bus driving experience? No problem, we'll teach you everything you need to know!

Ready to get rolling? Submit your application through our careers portal below.

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FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about Transit Academy and the courses we offer.

What are the courses?

Bus Driver Ready Program:
For individuals with no prior bus driving experience and those upgrading from a regular driver's licence. Gain the essential skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to navigate the roads safely.

Accelerated Bus Driving Program:
Tailor-made for experienced drivers holding a HR Licence. Cruise through the basics and dive straight into advanced techniques.

How long is the training?

Training duration varies based on experience and individual competency. Transit Academy students receive comprehensive training that combines classroom‑based learning with on‑road experience. Drivers upgrading their licence will travel with a buddy driver for as long as needed, until they are confident and assessed as competent by our highly qualified trainers.

What are the requirements for a bus driver role?
  • Have a normal drivers licence (C Class Licence) or HR Licence
  • Have full working rights in Australia, or Permanent resident of Australia, or citizen of Australia or New Zealand
  • Hold an unrestricted Australian Driver’s Licence
  • Prepared to work varying shifts
  • Be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical examination with a company medical service
  • Have a good driving record

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Our Training Depots

Bankstown Depot

127 Link Road, Bankstown Aerodrome, NSW 2200
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Bradbury Depot

37 College Street, Bradbury NSW 2560
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Burwood Depot

284 Parramatta Road, Burwood NSW 2134
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Hoxton Park Depot

Lot 2, Airfield Drive, Len Waters Estate, NSW 2171
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Kingsgrove Depot

17-19 Richland Street, Kingsgrove, NSW 2208
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Leichhardt Depot

230-240 Balmain Road, Leichhardt, NSW 2040
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Macquarie Fields Depot

66 Atchison Road, Macquarie Fields NSW 2564
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Smeaton Grange Depot

5 Anzac Avenue, Smeaton Grange NSW 2567
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Smithfield Depot

49 Percival Road, Smithfield, NSW 2164
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South Granville Depot

24 Ferndell Street, South Granville, NSW 2142
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Tempe Depot

745-763 Princes Hwy, Tempe, NSW 2044
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Why Choose Transit Academy?

Real world learning and experienced instructors can open doors for you

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Learn from experienced drivers

We provide comprehensive training programs that cover all aspects of driving, so you can take your career further.

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Drive your career further

With a global company employing more than 9,000 people, the opportunities for career advancement are real — your journey with us is just the beginning.

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Be part of a greener future

We're leading the way in sustainable transport across NSW, operating a diverse fleet of gas and battery electric vehicles to help build a cleaner tomorrow.

From The Ground Up

by Allan Mackenzie
This piece symbolises people from all walks of life, Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal coming together to create opportunities, at the grassroots level. It is grounded in earth colours representing the people who care for and walk the land, at the ground level, having opportunities to build connections and gain further advancement, being seen, being understood and being heard.
Aboriginal painting by Allan Mackenzie