Day 1 Transport Heritage XPO Vintage Bus Trip From Central to Pyromont

The vintage bus from Central to Pyrmont operates as a special heritage shuttle service primarily during major events like the annual Transport Heritage Expo. Key Facts About the Route • Route Number: The vintage shuttle running between Central Station and Pyrmont is designated as Route 222. • Bus Type: Unlike the double-decker vintage buses that run around Hyde Park (Route 417), Route 222 specifically utilizes classic, vintage single-deck buses from the historical collection. • The Operator: The vehicles are maintained, preserved, and driven by passionate volunteers from the Sydney Bus Museum based in Leichhardt. • Departure Point: All heritage bus rides depart and finish at the Railway Colonnade right outside Central Station. • Fares: The rides are technically free, though gold coin donations are highly appreciated to help the museum keep these historic vehicles on the road. • Frequency: When the expo is active, Route 222 buses depart frequently, typically running every 15 minutes. The Purpose of the Shuttle The vintage single-decker route serves a highly specific logistical purpose during the festival. It connects passengers directly from the rail hub at Central Station to Pirrama Park in Pyrmont. At Pyrmont, passengers transfer to ride historic watercraft operated by the Sydney Heritage Fleet, such as the iconic 1902 Steam Tug Waratah or the Lady Hopetoun. Because of this, priority boarding on Route 222 is often given to patrons holding pre-booked steamboat cruise tickets.