Springfield Central has become a key node in a major overhaul of public transport in Ipswich, with new bus links launched to improve connections between growth suburbs, Ipswich and important destinations across the region.
Community Changes Begin
The first stage of the Ipswich Bus Improvement Package introduces four new routes designed to give more direct travel options between Springfield Central, Ipswich, Redbank Plains, Redbank, Augustine Heights, Bellbird Park, and nearby suburbs.
Information from Translink and Ipswich City Council shows the early changes aim to strengthen access to destinations, including Springfield Central and Redbank Plains Town Square. Rollout details are available through Translink, while Council has detailed its transport program.
What Residents Can Expect
Route 501 now offers a direct link between Springfield Central and Ipswich, travelling via Augusta Parkway, Redbank Plains Town Square, Blackstone, Silkstone and Newtown.
Routes 520, 522 and 523 serve commuters travelling between Goodna, Eden’s Crossing, Redbank Plains, Collingwood Park, Augustine Heights and Springfield Central, providing new cross-suburb options that reduce the need for long detours.
Ipswich Bus Improvement Package – Stage 1 (Route Summary Table)
| Route | Name / Direction | Service Areas (Summary) | Weekday Service Hours | Weekend & Public Holiday Hours | Frequency |
| 501 | Springfield Central → Ipswich | Springfield Central, Augusta Parkway, Redbank Plains Town Square, Blackstone, Silkstone, Newtown, Ipswich | 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. | 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. | Hourly |
| 520 | Goodna → Eden’s Crossing | Goodna Station, Goodna, Bellbird Park, Redbank Plains Town Square, Eden’s Crossing | 5:15 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. | 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. | Half-hourly in peak (5:15–8:30 a.m., 4:15–6:35 p.m.); otherwise hourly |
| 522 | Redbank → Springfield Central | Redbank Station, Redbank, Collingwood Park, Redbank Plains Town Square, Augusta Parkway, Springfield Central | 5:30 a.m. to 10:15 p.m. | 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. | Half-hourly in peak (5:30–8:40 a.m., 4:00–6:40 p.m.); otherwise hourly |
| 523 | Redbank Plains → Springfield Central | Redbank Plains, Mountview, Eden’s Crossing, Redbank Plains Town Square, Augustine Heights, Springfield Central | 5:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. | 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. | Half-hourly in peak (5:30–9:30 a.m., 2:30–6:30 p.m.); otherwise hourly |
A local representative has noted that the stop near Eden Station Drive and Augusta Parkway is confirmed for use by the new routes, while the corresponding stop across Augusta Parkway remains in the design phase between the Department of Transport and Main Roads and Ipswich City Council.
Next Steps for the Network
Planning continues for Stages 2 and 3 of the bus program, with more details to be released closer to implementation. Local representatives say they will meet with Translink and other agencies this week to obtain firmer delivery dates for future stops and additional improvements for Springfield Central and surrounding suburbs as the network evolves.
Published 17-Nov-2025
