Perth Test cricket bus hire is the easiest way to get a club, school or group of mates to the opening Test of the summer. Australia play New Zealand in the first of a four-Test series at Perth Stadium from Wednesday 9 to Sunday 13 December 2026, and big crowds head across the river to Burswood every day. A bus with a driver picks everyone up together, drops you near the stadium and gets the whole group home safely at stumps. BusCharter’s bus hire in Perth means one booking, one fare to split and no parking to find.
Perth Test at a Glance
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Match | Australia v New Zealand, 1st Test |
| Dates | Wednesday 9 to Sunday 13 December 2026 |
| Venue | Perth Stadium (Optus Stadium), Burswood |
| Series | First of four Tests |
| Daily start time | Gate Openings & Timing Tips: Arrive Early: Gates open a full 1 hour and 50 minutes before the first ball (8:30 AM). Security Delays: Security lines peak between 9:15 AM and 10:00 AM. Groups should aim to be dropped off by 9:00 AM to comfortably find their seats before the anthems and coin toss. Major Event Parking Restrictions: Zero Public Stadium Parking: There are absolutely no public parking bays open at the stadium on match days. Local Resident Road Closures: Street parking throughout Burswood, Victoria Park, and East Perth is strictly restricted to residents with permits. Standard vehicles attempting to park nearby face heavy fines or towing. Dedicated Group Charter Drop-Offs & Pick-Ups: The Charter Hub: Private mini-buses and large coach charters are legally required to use the designated Burswood Transport Hub on Victoria Park Drive. Avoid the Bridge Walks: Unlike rideshares and taxis, which are forced to drop passengers off across the river at Nelson Avenue (requiring a long walk over the Matagarup Bridge), registered charter coaches can access the stadium side directly. Post-Match Extraction: After the final ball of the day, the mass transit exodus stalls public trains. A pre-booked private charter bus will bypass the train queues, waiting for your group at the hub for an organized, direct exit. |
Check tickets on cricket.com.au and venue information on the Optus Stadium website.
Why Book a Bus for the Test?
Test cricket is a long day in the sun, and the trip home is the part nobody wants to organise. A bus keeps it simple.
- Everyone arrives together. No waiting at the gate for a late car.
- Nobody drives home. Enjoy the day and get home safely with a professional driver.
- Great value. One fare split across the group beats several rideshares at stumps.
- Easy for clubs and schools. Organisers know where everyone is and when they’ll be back.
- Room for the day’s gear. Hats, sunscreen, cushions and bags all come along.
Getting to Perth Stadium
Perth Stadium sits on the Burswood peninsula, just across the Swan River from the CBD. Transperth runs extra trains and buses on event days, and many fans walk across the Matagarup Bridge from East Perth; check Transperth for services.
Charter buses and coaches use designated set-down areas at the stadium. Agree on a meeting point and time before you go in. For more on the venue, see our guide to Perth sports venues.
Travelling from Interstate or Regional WA?
We can meet fans at the airport with Perth airport transfers and run daily hotel-to-stadium trips for the whole Test. Regional clubs can be collected from home and brought back the same night.
Choosing the Right Bus for Your Group
| Group size | Vehicle to ask about |
|---|---|
| Up to 13 | 11 or 13-seat minibus |
| 14 to 24 | 20, 21 or 24-seat bus |
| 25 to 33 | 33-seat bus |
| 34 to 57 | 48 to 57-seat coach |
Read about minibus hire in Perth for smaller groups, or see the full fleet. Ask us about accessible vehicles if anyone needs one.
Tips for Planning Your Test Match Day
- Pick your day. Day 1 and the weekend days draw the biggest crowds.
- Arrive before the first ball. Allow time to get through the gates and settle in.
- Beat the heat. December in Perth is hot, so pack water, hats and sunscreen.
- Plan around stumps. Play can run late or finish early; agree a flexible pick-up window with your driver.
- Name a group leader who holds the driver’s number and the meeting point.
Sample Test Match Day Run Sheet
An example for a 33-person cricket club from Perth’s northern suburbs.
| Time | What happens |
|---|---|
| 90 minutes before start | Pickup at the club ground |
| 45 minutes before start | Arrive at the stadium set-down area |
| Day | Test cricket |
| 20 minutes after stumps | Meet the driver at the agreed pick-up point |
| About 1 hour after stumps | Back at the club |
What to Send When You Request a Quote
- Test day or days
- Number of passengers
- Pickup address, hotel or flight details
- Preferred arrival and return times
- Any extra stops
- Accessibility needs
Perth Test Cricket Bus Hire FAQs
When is the Perth Test in 2026?
The first Test between Australia and New Zealand is at Perth Stadium from Wednesday 9 to Sunday 13 December 2026.
Where do buses drop off at Perth Stadium?
Charter buses use designated set-down areas at the stadium. Private charter buses and coaches drop off at the Perth Stadium Bus Station, located immediately adjacent to Gate D on the western side of the venue. Drivers must access the stadium precinct via Roger Mackay Drive (off Victoria Park Drive) and round the traffic circle directly into the bus stands. This dedicated facility allows passengers to bypass public transport queues and steps right onto the Level 1 external concourse via the stadium lifts or stairs.We’ll confirm the current arrangements when you book.
Can you take our group to more than one day?
Yes. We can quote a single day or daily return trips for the whole Test.
Do you do cricket transport in other cities?
Yes. See our guide to cricket bus hire to the MCG for the T20 series in Melbourne.
Book Your Perth Test Cricket Bus Hire with BusCharter
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Ready to book Perth Test cricket bus hire? Send us your Test day, group size, pickup points and timings, and request a quote today.
