Welcome home the Socceroos with free Adelaide Metro travel

Wednesday, 9 October 2024

Be part of the journey to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and travel free to watch the Socceroos’ third round AFC Asian Qualifiers against Chinese PR this Thursday night.

As the men’s national team plays for a shot at a sixth consecutive appearance at international football’s biggest tournament, fans with a valid match ticket can travel to and from Adelaide Oval free on all Adelaide Metro services.

All Adelaide Metro bus, train and tram services will be free from 4pm until last service while Adelaide Oval Express services will operate before the match and up to an hour after the final whistle.

More than 40,000 fans will pack into Adelaide Oval to see the Socceroos return to Adelaide for the first time since 2017 with local stars Joe Gauci, Craig Goodwin and Nestory Irankunda expected to feature in their first international match on home soil.

Local roads surrounding the stadium may be temporarily closed so please follow the directions of traffic controllers and allow extra time when travelling.

Find real-time updates on traffic conditions at Traffic SA.

Passengers are encouraged to visit www.adelaidemetro.com.au to check their timetable in real time and plan their trip with Adelaide Metro’s journey planner.