Opal NSW
About Opal
"Opal cards are smartcard tickets you keep, top up and reuse to pay for travel on public transport across New South Wales / Sydney. Simply add money to your Opal card, then tap on and off to pay your fares on metro, trains, buses, ferries, and light rail ? anywhere within the Opal network."
How to buy an Opal card ?
There are different ways to get an Opal card, depending on whatever card you desire. As an international student you need to purchase an adult opal card.
Step 1:
You can purchase over the counter from Opal outlets, such as gas stations and Opal retails. OR
Step 2:
At the service centers of train stations.
How do I use an Opal card ?
An Opal card in Australia allows you to pay for fares on various modes of transportation, including metro/train, bus, ferry, and light rail services in Sydney and surrounding areas. Additionally, certain private services accept OpalPay, indicated by the "OpalPay accepted here" signage. By tapping your Opal card, you can swiftly and conveniently pay your fare through OpalPay.
Whether you choose to use an Opal card, contactless payments, or an Opal single trip ticket, it is essential to tap on and tap off for every journey to ensure you have a valid ticket. This applies across all modes of transport to ensure a seamless travel experience.
How to recharge an Opal card ?
Top up your Opal card before you travel or top up on the move. You can make one off top ups:
Step 1:
Using the Opal Travel app. OR
Step 2:
On the transportnsw website. OR
Step 3:
Using one of the Opal top up machines available at selected stations, stops and wharves. OR
Step 4:
At an Opal retailer.
Why should I register my Opal card online ?
By registering your Opal card online you can:
- If your card is lost or stolen, you can protect your balance.
- View the whole of your journeys and payments.
- Manage your auto top-ups and top-ups.
FAQ's