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Sustainable transport
Public transport
USC express shuttle
Commencing Semester 1, 2012, the University is providing free, express shuttle buses between:
- Noosa Junction (via Noosa Civic and Coolum) and the Sippy Downs campus.
- Gympie (via Cooroy) and the Sippy Downs campus.
- Northlakes (via Caboolture) and the Sippy Downs campus.
The USC express shuttle is available to all staff and students on the presentation of a current University identification card.
Shuttle services commenced Monday 20 February and run until Friday 1 June (the shuttle does not run during University breaks (including the June study break), exams or on public holidays).
Refer to the USC shuttle services timetable for scheduling details including arrival and departure times.
Bus
Sunbus runs regular bus services between various Sunshine Coast locations and the University's campus. The USC Transit Centre includes a three-platform bus interchange and dedicated bus/pedestrian link directly from the University into Chancellor Park.
Refer to the transport map for the location on campus.
Information on Sunbus routes and timetables can be found on the Translink website. Use the journey planner to find times and services that suit you.
Translink's Concession Go Card stores value that can be used throughout South East Queensland on buses, trains and ferries.
With increased services, frequency, bus stops and reduced travel time, bus travel to USC has never been easier—why not give it a try?
U-Pass Sponsored go Card trial
Students new to USC in 2012 have an opportunity to save money and reduce their environmental impact by using environmentally friendly transport options.
The U-Pass Sponsored go Card program is an Australian first initiative and encourages students to leave their car at home and use sustainable public transport to travel to and from the USC campus.
Eligible students can take part in an innovative public transport trial program with the U-Pass Sponsored go Card enabling them to access up to $65 of subsidised public transport on the TransLink network.
Card numbers are limited. To be eligible, students must be new to USC and commencing full-time study in Semester 1, 2012 (or Session1, Session 2). Students need to have accepted their offer, enrolled in classes and obtained a USC Student Identification card.
The U-Pass Sponsored go Card will be available as students collect their photo identification card, or at Student Administration, ready for immediate use.
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Train
A bus service connects the Queensland Rail CityTrain with the University via Landsborough and Nambour stations. Use the journey planner on the Translink website to find timetables and fares for this route.
The AirTrain service links passengers from Brisbane’s Domestic and International Airports to Queensland Rail services.
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Car pooling
Share your ride and save money, the environment and receive priority parking on campus.
Benefits
- Save money through shared petrol costs
- Priority parking—if your vehicle has two or more occupants, you will be given exclusive access to car parks 6 and 8 between 7.30am–9.30am, Monday to Friday
- Reduce traffic congestion on campus
- Minimise your impact on our campus environment
- Enjoy the journey and get to know people
Car pooling discussion board
Access the car pooling discussion board on the USC Portal to find other people interested in sharing the ride to USC.
To access the discussion board:
- Login to the USC Portal
- Click on the Community tab
- Under Institution Discussion Boards click on Transport/Accommodation
- Open the Carpooling discussion board
- Search for car poolers in your area by clicking on the "Search" button to the right
- To post to the forum click on the "+Thread" button to the left of the toolbar
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Pedestrian and cycle access
There are a number of cycle and pedestrian access points onto the campus. The Alumni Way bicycle and pedestrian path links the eastern and western accesses of the campus and a network of paths connects the University to Sippy Downs, Buderim and Mooloolaba.
Refer to the transport map for details on the pathway network into campus.
Bicycle facilities
The University has a selection of bicycle racks and end-of-trip facilities on campus. Showers are located on the ground level of the following buildings on campus:
- USC Bike Hub
- Sports Tower
- Sports Stadium
- Building D
- Building I
- Building K
- Building B
- Innovation Centre
- Uni Club
Refer to the cyclist facilities map for the locations of these facilities.
Please consider pedestrian safety when riding on bicycle / pedestrian paths and remember to dismount when in the central campus area as this area is a walk only zone.
Bike Hub
The USC Bike Hub is a dedicated end-of-trip facility for use by students and staff. Located adjacent to carpark 5, 150m from Buildings C and D, the Bike Hub offers parking and lockers for bikes, gear lockers, showers and toilet facilities.
Access is granted by swipe card only, with the Bike Hub monitored at all times by two CCTV cameras.
Access is free - complete the registration form (Word 189KB) and email to Facilities Management. Personal lockers are available for a semester-long deposit of A$20 and are allocated on a first-come first-served basis.
Bike Stations
The USC Bike Stations are located adjacent to the Brasserie / Bus Interchange and at the Sport Stadium. These secure facilities are monitored by CCTV cameras and provide parking and locking facilities for bicycles. Access is by swipe card and is available to all staff and students with a current University identification card.
Travel2USC
Travel2USC is a partnership between the University of the Sunshine Coast, TravelSmart Sunshine Coast and Sunshine Coast Regional Council that is committed to raising the awareness and use of sustainable forms of transport among USC students and staff.
For more information about Travel2SUC and how to join the transport revolution visit www.facebook.com/Travel2USC
Transport map
Refer to campus maps for a print-friendly version of the transport map.
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