Route 616 Late Night Service Trial
Route 616 Late Night Service Trial is here to stay for another 12 months! Travel between Maroochydore, UniSC and Palmview after 10pm every Friday and Saturday night for just 50 cents.
We're excited to share that the Route 616 Maroochydore to Palmview Late Night Service Trial has been extended until 2 August 2027!
In partnership with The Department of Transport and Main Roads, Council is continuing the Late Night Route 616 Trial service, operating every Friday and Saturday night after 10pm between Maroochydore and Palmview.
The extended trial will continue to help workers and patrons travel safely, conveniently and affordably to and from the Ocean Street and Mooloolaba late night precincts.
Heading home after work, a night out, or venue hopping between Mooloolaba and Maroochydore just got easier. With 50 cent fares, there's never been a better time to leave the car at home.
Route information
The Route 616 Late Night Trial servicing Maroochydore, Mooloolaba, Buderim, Sippy Downs, UniSC and Palmview includes:
- Ten late night/ early morning trips after 10pm every Friday and Saturday night
- Additional late night stop at the new Maroochydore Road (Guzman y Gomez) location every Friday and Saturday night after 10pm.
- Additional two stops in Mooloolaba on Walan Street and River Esplanade for the late night service only.
Additional late night service bus stops
Maroochydore Guzman y Gomez Maroochydore Rd stop  |
Mooloolaba late night stops  |
Late night service 616 timetable
To Palmview - Departs Maroochydore Rd, Maroochydore hourly from 10:40pm – 2:40am
To Maroochydore - Departs Palmview at 9:43pm and 10:43pm, then hourly from 11:28pm – 1:28am
Visit Translink to find out more information on route 616 or to plan your journey.
Travel for just 50 cents each way!
Travel home for a flat rate of 50 cents thanks to the State Government’s 50 cent fare initiative.
For a 50 cent fare simply tap on and off with the same smart device, debit or credit card, or go card at the start and end of your trip.
Safe and comfortable travel
Security guards are on board during late night services to help ensure a safe and relaxed journey.
Extended trial period
Following a positive community response, Council and The Department of Transport and Main Roads have agreed to extend Route 616 Late Night Service Trial for a further 12 months until 2 August 2027.
This trial is proudly funded by your Transport Levy.
Frequently asked questions
Why are you extending the Route 616 Late Night Service Trial?
Why are you extending the Route 616 Late Night Service Trial?
Following positive community feedback and encouraging trial results, Council has partnered with The Department of Transport and Main Roads to extend the Route 616 Late Night Service Trial until 2 August 2027. The extended trial will continue to provide safe, affordable and convenient late-night travel between Maroochydore, Mooloolaba, Buderim, UniSC, Sippy Downs and Palmview, helping workers, students, residents and visitors get home after a night out or a late shift.
Where can I get a copy of the updated timetables?
Where can I get a copy of the updated timetables?
Route 616 Maroochydore to Palmview timetables are available on Translink's website.
To request a printed copy of your new timetables, please call Translink on 13 12 30.
Visit Translink's journey planner to find your best travel option at translink.com.au or by downloading the Translink app. You can also call Translink on 13 12 30 if you need a little extra help.
Will the 616 (Maroochydore to Palmview) late night bus stop at all stops along the route?
Will the 616 (Maroochydore to Palmview) late night bus stop at all stops along the route?
Yes, the late night buses will stop at all designated bus stops on Route 616 when you signal to the bus driver that you wish to either board or alight from the bus.
Will the bus stop at Maroochydore Rd outside Guzman y Gomez be used for other services?
Will the bus stop at Maroochydore Rd outside Guzman y Gomez be used for other services?
Only late night trips after 10pm on routes 616 and 600 will stop at the Maroochydore Rd (Guzman y Gomez) bus stop on Friday and Saturday nights.
There are no changes to the stops for route 620. This service will continue to run from Maroochydore Station (Aerodrome Rd) to Noosa.
Will the buses used for the late night trial on route 616 (Maroochydore to Palmview) be electric?
Will the buses used for the late night trial on route 616 (Maroochydore to Palmview) be electric?
Right now, Zero Emission Buses (ZEBs) are not likely to run late at night because they need to charge during that time. But if the trial goes well, they may be used for night services in the future as the fleet expands.