The tram line is now closed between South Terrace, Adelaide and Mosely Square, Glenelg until late January 2026.
There will be substitute bus services during the closure.
This is to allow for major works as part of the Tram Grade Separation Projects which will make the journey safer and more reliable for both road and public transport users.
Buses will replace trams during the six-month partial closure, connecting with trams arriving and departing at South Terrace tram stop. Substitute bus services will match the tram frequency and capacity, operating every 10 to 20 minutes during the day and night, and increasing to every 5 minutes during weekday peak periods.
The replacement bus will service substitute bus stops as close to the tram stop as possible. There may be longer travel times with modified routes and more congested traffic conditions, so we encourage you to plan ahead.
Tram services will continue to operate as normal between:
More information on stops and routes: Glenelg line substitute bus map
A mixture of all-stop, limited-stop and express services will be in operation. During peak travel times and major events, there will also be extra replacement buses to cater for demand.
This short video explains what to expect and how to prepare for tram replacement buses.
To accommodate the works to improve our tram lines, several road closures will be required during August 2025 and throughout the projects.
Doing major work at three locations at once means we can fast-track construction of the overpasses and reduce impacts to the community, road and public transport users.
Road closures will be in place near:
Commuters are encouraged to plan ahead as there will be detours in place during these closures.
For more information and to view the road closure maps, visit www.tgsp.sa.gov.au.
Every effort is made so that timetabled substitute bus services are accessible for all customers, including the elderly, customers with a disability and those travelling with prams.
For those travelling with a mobility scooter, we recommend you read our guide for Boarding and alighting trains, trams or buses with a scooter before you travel.
If you have concerns about accessing public transport during the tram line closures, we encourage you to contact the below support lines.
For all other queries, please call the Adelaide Metro InfoLine on 1300 311 108 for assistance.
Once completed, upgrades as part of the Tram Grade Separation Projects will deliver significant benefits for commuters and the wider community.
We thank you for your patience while these important works are carried out, ensuring a safer and more efficient tram network for the future.