Adelaide’s transport network is a mix of road infrastructure, a suburban rail network, and a limited but iconic tram system. The state government manages the public transport system under the Adelaide Metro brand.
Public Transport Network
Adelaide Metro operates a multimodal network. The rail system consists of six suburban passenger lines converging at Adelaide Railway Station on North Terrace. The bus network is extensive, highlighted by the O-Bahn Busway, an 18-kilometre guided busway connecting the CBD to the north-eastern suburbs at high speeds. The tram network, while smaller than Melbourne's, includes the historic Glenelg tram line and recent extensions through the CBD and to the inner north-west.
Road Infrastructure
The city's road network is built on a grid layout in the centre, expanding into suburban arterial roads. The most significant ongoing infrastructure project is the North–South Corridor, a continuous motorway designed to provide a 78-kilometre non-stop route from Gawler in the north to Old Noarlunga in the south, aiming to alleviate congestion on parallel arterial routes.
Active Transport
Adelaide's flat topography and wide streets make it suitable for cycling. The city features a growing network of dedicated bike lanes and shared paths, including the River Torrens Linear Park trail which runs from the foothills to the coast.