We are committed to ensuring the sustainable development of the region. The economic strength of the region, the health and welfare of its residents, and the state of the environment are directly linked to the transport system.
Cycling/walking
With such a pleasant climate for walking and cycling and beautiful scenery there are many reasons to leave the car at home and enjoy the fresh air in our region. For more information please visit our Cycling & walking section.
Parking
You are allowed to park on the side of many of our local roads where it is safe to do so. You are able to park in the driveway of a private property as long as you do not block a footpath or other access. You are typically not allowed to park on the nature or median** strips of the road.
** The nature strip or a road is the Council owned land located between the constructed road and private property. Median strips are the reserved area that separates opposing lanes of traffic on divided roadways.
Most of our town or city centres have designated parking areas. Where there are restrictions on where you can park these are indicated by signs on posts or signs or markings on the sealed road surface. Parking in contravention to parking restrictions will likely lead to a parking infringement issued by a Council Officer that usually includes a fine. We provide detailed maps for parking in Toowoomba City and information on relevant parking fees and payment options. For more information please visit Roads & parking.
Cars and other vehicles
Motor vehicles are required to be registered to travel on all Australian roads. This is overseen by the Queensland Government Department of Transport and Main Roads.
Public transport
Bus services in the Region are provided by the Queensland State Government Department of Transport and Main Roads or by private companies. Bus timetables and routes can be obtained by contacting the relevant provider of this service.
Taxi / cab services are provided by private companies who offer services throughout most of the region. To use these services make contact with the relevant providers directly (or refer to a contact listing service such as YellowPages).
We subsidise a limited taxi service for seniors and people with a disability. Eligible users can travel from their home to their nearest major shopping centre one day a week. For more information, visit our Council cab service webpage.
The only passenger train or tram services in the region is provided by Queensland Rail's Westlander which travels from Brisbane to Charleville and back twice a week, stopping in Toowoomba.
Toowoomba Range traffic cameras
The Queensland government's Department of Transport & Main Roads provides a 60 second photo update on various locations on the Toowoomba Range. To access the footage please head to: Toowoomba range traffic cameras.
